glycerin
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of glycerin
1830–40; < French glycérine, equivalent to Greek glyker ( ós ) sweet + -ine -in 2
Example Sentences
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Brown, who exercises five days a week, starts by working an anti-bacterial body wash into his skin with a silicone scrubber, then follows with a hydrating body wash with hyaluronic acid or glycerin.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
A mixture of 40% glycerin and 60% red food colouring was used, simulating the relative density and viscosity of human blood.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 8, 2024
This mad-refreshing, Italian-made, professional-grade shaving cream elevates the morning ritual like nobody’s business thanks to an invigorating combination of eucalyptus oil and menthol along with glycerin to help the razor glide across the skin.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2023
The basic recipe — about 90% sugar, with a little corn syrup and glycerin — hasn’t changed much.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 7, 2023
“It’s not mine. I’m filled with formaldehyde, mixed with glycerin and lanolin.”
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
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