glycerin
/ˈɡlɪsərɪn/
noun
- A thick, sweet, colorless liquid used in skincare products, foods, and medicines as a moisturizer or sweetener.
- Glycerin is often used in cough syrups to give them a smooth texture.
- Many lotions contain glycerin to keep the skin soft and hydrated.
- The baker added a small amount of glycerin to the frosting to keep it from drying out.
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