xanthan
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of xanthan
1960–65; probably Xanth(omonas campestris) bacterium which produces the gum + -an, variant of -ane
Example Sentences
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It has the same ingredients — from beef to xanthan gum — but of course the inputs, such as property rates and labor costs, vary widely from country to country.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026
In this investigation, the research team employed the biopolymer xanthan gum in combination with an ionically conductive polymer to fashion a protective film for the battery electrode.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 14, 2023
Beyond that, Padma notes the "tackiness" or "gumminess" of both purees multiple times — we are obviously left to conclude that that is due to the inclusion of the xanthan gum.
From Salon ● May 19, 2023
The bakery is not only free from gluten and the other seven most common allergens, but also free from rice, corn, potatoes and xanthan gum.
From Seattle Times ● May 16, 2023
I’m betting it got its creaminess from xanthan gum or some other additive.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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