glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in ˈgli-s(ə-)rən How to pronounce glycerin (audio)
variants or glycerine
: glycerol

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In addition to the plumping voluform, the masks also include hyaluronic acid, collagen, and glycerin. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026 BePlain pairs mung bean seed extracts with niacinamide, glycerin and hyaluronic acid, Lee writes in a separate Allure piece; Medicube foregrounds collagen, squalene and niacinamide, per the New York Post’s Victoria McDonnell. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, flexible polymers and skin-care-grade ingredients (like panthenol and glycerin) work together to hold styles, while still keeping hair hydrated and glossy. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026 This one features glycerin, stearic acid, and allantoin to help repair cracks and stubborn dry spots. — Mary Honkus, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glycerin

Word History

Etymology

French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of glycerin was in 1830

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glyceride
glycerin
glycerinate
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“Glycerin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glycerin. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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Kids Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine
ˈglis-(ə-)rən How to pronounce glycerin (audio)
: glycerol

Medical Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine
ˈglis-(ə-)rən How to pronounce glycerin (audio)
: glycerol

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