glycerol

Definitions


[ˈɡlɪsərɒl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a colourless, sweet, viscous liquid formed as a by-product in soap manufacture. It is used as an emollient and laxative, and for making explosives and antifreeze


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Origin:
late 19th century: from glycerine + -ol




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