Vanillin
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /vəˈnɪlɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Vanillin is a noun meaning A chemical compound, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, that is the primary constituent of vanilla.
Meaning
A chemical compound, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, that is the primary constituent of vanilla.
More Meanings
- A synthetic compound used as a substitute for the extract of the vanilla bean.
Word Forms
- vanillins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include phloroglucin, vanilla, vanillinyl, vanilloid, vanillate, vanillyl.
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