Gelatin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒɛlətɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gelatin is a noun meaning A protein derived through partial hydrolysis of the collagen extracted from animal skin, bones, cartilage, ligaments, etc.
Meaning
A protein derived through partial hydrolysis of the collagen extracted from animal skin, bones, cartilage, ligaments, etc.
More Meanings
- An edible jelly made from this material.
- A thin, translucent membrane used as a filter for photography or for theatrical lighting effects.
- (transitive) To coat with gelatin.
Example Sentences
For both images I placed a Kodak 4.0 neutral-density gelatin filter over the lens to reduce the Sun's brightness.
Word Forms
- gelatins
- gelatine
- gelatining
- gelatined
Synonyms for gelatin
Depending on context, synonyms include jelly, gelatine.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gelatine, jelly, peptone, soak, soft, unflavored.
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