glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in ˈgli-s(ə-)rən How to pronounce glycerin (audio)
variants or glycerine

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Ingredients like niacinamide, peptide, salicylic acid, lactic acid, and glycerin combine to create a powerful formula that delivers instant results. Claire West, Parents, 13 Feb. 2026 Even without my roommate (my usual go-to self-tanner assistant), my back—using a larger towel applicator—looked totally streak-free, thanks to how evenly and smoothly the glycerin-rich formula spreads. Lily Wohlner, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026 It’s formulated with mulberry and licorice root extract to brighten the skin, and glycerin to keep it supple and moisturized. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026 Noyz Mylk de Parfum contains hyaluronic acid, witch hazel, sunflower seed oil, and glycerin derivatives—common hydrating and soothing agents found in skin care. Grace McCarty, Glamour, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glycerin

Word History

Etymology

French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of glycerin was in 1830

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“Glycerin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glycerin. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

Medical Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

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