1syllable
pectin
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Definitions ofpectin
1noun
- A polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in processed foods, especially jellies and jams where it causes thickening (setting).
Example: "Apple is rich in pectin and so is often added to other fruits when making jam so it will set."
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