pectinic

/pɛkˈtɪnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling pectin, a type of carbohydrate found in fruit.

“The pectinic properties of the fruit made it a great ingredient for jams and jellies.”

2. noun

a substance containing pectin, used as a gelling agent in food and pharmaceuticals.

“The company produced pectinic, which was used to stabilize vaccines and medicines.”

Synonyms

  • gelling
  • pectinaceous

Antonyms

  • dissolving
  • soluble