Definitions

1. noun

a colorless, syrupy, sweet-tasting liquid used as a solvent, a sweetener, and in the manufacture of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

“The pharmacist applied glycerin to the dry skin to help retain moisture.”

2. noun

a mixture of glycerol and water used as an eye lubricant.

“She applied glycerin to her eyes to relieve the dryness.”

3. adjective

containing or resembling glycerin.

“The glycerin-based moisturizer helped soften her dry skin.”