glycerin
noun/ˈɡlɪsərɪn/
Frequency rank: #18,374 most common English word
Meaning
A colorless, odorless, sweet-tasting liquid used in cosmetics, medicine, and food as a moisturizer and solvent.
Example sentence
She applied glycerin to her dry hands to keep them soft and moisturized.
Synonyms & related words
- glycerol
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