GLYCERINE
\ɡlˈɪsəɹˌiːn], \ɡlˈɪsəɹˌiːn], \ɡ_l_ˈɪ_s_ə_ɹ_ˌiː_n]\
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A trihydroxy sugar alcohol that is an intermediate in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. It is used as a solvent, emollient, pharmaceutical agent, and sweetening agent.
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.