xanthan
xanthan
Definition
xan·than (zan′t̸hən)
noun
a gum produced by bacterial fermentation, used as a thickener, as in commercial foods
Etymology: < Xanth(omonas campestris), a species of bacteria used in the process + -an
xanthan
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- gum: Caramel ( E150 ) and xanthan gum ( E415 ) may be derived from maize.
Browse dictionary entries near xanthan
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- X Series
- X-rays
- X-ray tube
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- xanthene dye
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- xantho-
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