carragheenin

/ˌkar.əˈɡeɪ.nɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A polysaccharide extracted from red algae, often used as a food additive or in pharmaceutical applications.

“The food company used carrageenin as a thickening agent in their new dessert product.”

2. adjective

Related to or derived from carrageenin.

“The researcher studied the carrageenin-related properties of the new compound.”

Synonyms

  • alginate
  • polysaccharide

Antonyms

  • lipid
  • protein