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Definition of Gelatin
1. Noun. A colorless water-soluble glutinous protein obtained from animal tissues such as bone and skin.
Generic synonyms: Albuminoid, Scleroprotein
Derivative terms: Gelatinize, Gelatinize, Gelatinize, Gelatinous, Gelatinous
2. Noun. An edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods.
Generic synonyms: Dainty, Delicacy, Goody, Kickshaw, Treat
Specialized synonyms: Calf's-foot Jelly, Gelatin Dessert, Aspic
Derivative terms: Jellify, Jellify
3. Noun. A thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects.
Definition of Gelatin
1. n. Animal jelly; glutinous material obtained from animal tissues by prolonged boiling. Specifically (Physiol. Chem.), a nitrogeneous colloid, not existing as such in the animal body, but formed by the hydrating action of boiling water on the collagen of various kinds of connective tissue (as tendons, bones, ligaments, etc.). Its distinguishing character is that of dissolving in hot water, and forming a jelly on cooling. It is an important ingredient of calf's- foot jelly, isinglass, glue, etc. It is used as food, but its nutritious qualities are of a low order.
Definition of Gelatin
1. Noun. a protein derived through partial hydrolysis of the collagen extracted from animal skin, bones, cartilage, ligaments, etc. ¹
2. Noun. an edible jelly made from this material ¹
3. Noun. a thin, translucent membrane used as a filter for photography or for theatrical lighting effects ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Gelatin
1. a glutinous substance [n -S]
Medical Definition of Gelatin
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