Definition

A type of carbohydrate that is made from starch and dissolves in water. It is often used in food and industry as a thickener or adhesive.

Example

The chef used dextrin to improve the texture of the sauce.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of dextrin?

Yeah, I think it’s used in some food products, right?

Exactly! It acts as a thickening agent in syrups and sauces.

That’s cool! I didn’t know it had so many uses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dextrin → It is derived from the Greek word "dexter" (meaning right or skillful) and the suffix "-in" (used to form names of substances). The term dextrin refers to a substance that is skillfully derived from starch.

Memory Tip

Think of 'skillful' ('dexter') to remember that dextrin is a substance skillfully made from starch.

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