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carrageenan

UK
/ˌkærəˈɡiːnən/
US
/ˌkærəˈɡinən/

Translations

carrageenannoun
carrageenans
pl
Carrageenan is often used as a thickener in dairy products.
Каррагинан часто используется в качестве загустителя в молочных продуктах.
carrageenanadjective
more carrageenan
Comp.
most carrageenan
Super.
UK
/ˌkærəˈɡiːnən/
US
/ˌkærəˈɡinən/
Used attributively in phrases such as "carrageenan gum" or "carrageenan solution".

Definitions

carrageenannoun
A substance extracted from red and purple seaweeds, consisting of a mixture of polysaccharides, used as a thickening or emulsifying agent in food products.
Carrageenan is often used in dairy products like ice cream to improve texture.
carrageenanadjective
Relating to, containing, or made with carrageenan.
The manufacturer developed a carrageenan formulation for vegan desserts.
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