glycerol
/ˈɡlɪsəˌrɔl/
noun
- A thick, sweet, colorless liquid used in foods, medicines, and cosmetics to keep things moist or add sweetness.
- The cough syrup tasted sweet because it contained glycerol.
- Glycerol is often added to cake frosting to keep it soft.
- Many skin creams contain glycerol to help moisturize dry skin.
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