isinglass
a pure, transparent or translucent form of gelatin, obtained from the air bladders of certain fish, especially the sturgeon: used in glue and jellies and as a clarifying agent.
mica, especially in thin, translucent sheets.
Origin of isinglass
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How to use isinglass in a sentence
Finish them by dipping a sponge into a size, made by boiling isinglass in water, and rub the wrong side.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness | Florence HartleyUse good quality silk, and on this spread a solution of isinglass warmed.
Practical Mechanics for Boys | J. S. ZerbeIf you put too much water to the calves-feet, the jelly will never be firm, till it is boiled over again with more isinglass.
Domestic French Cookery, 4th ed. | Sulpice BaruDissolve two ounces of isinglass in a little hot water, and add it to the jelly just as it is beginning to boil.
Domestic French Cookery, 4th ed. | Sulpice BaruBreak it up, and to each pound allow a gill of water and an ounce of isinglass.
Domestic French Cookery, 4th ed. | Sulpice Baru
British Dictionary definitions for isinglass
/ (ˈaɪzɪŋˌɡlɑːs) /
a gelatine made from the air bladders of freshwater fish, used as a clarifying agent and adhesive
Origin of isinglass
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Scientific definitions for isinglass
[ ī′zən-glăs′, ī′zĭng- ]
A transparent, almost pure gelatin prepared from the inner membrane of the swim bladder of the sturgeon and certain other fishes. It is used as an adhesive and a clarifying agent.
Mica, especially in the form of the mineral muscovite.
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