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GLYCERINE, GLYCERIN

\ɡlˈɪsəɹˌiːn], \ɡlˈɪsəɹˌiːn], \ɡ_l_ˈɪ_s_ə_ɹ_ˌiː_n]\

Definitions of GLYCERINE, GLYCERIN

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.

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A transparent colorless liquid with a sweet taste, obtained from natural fats by saponification with alkalies or by the action of superheated steam.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
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