pectinose

/pɛkˈtɪnoʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or containing pectin; having a gummy or glue-like substance.

“The pectinose texture of the fruit made it difficult to eat raw.”

2. noun

A substance that resembles pectin in composition and properties.

“The scientists studied the pectinose substance found in the plant’s cells.”

Synonyms

  • gum-like
  • gummy

Antonyms

  • dry
  • non-gummy