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humectant

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9 lettersPronunciation /hjuːˈmɛktənt/Part of speech nounSorted acehmnttuStarts with HEnds with T0 clues
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Definitions

  1. any substance that is added to another substance to keep it moist

Word origin

From Latin ūmectāns, present participle of ūmectō (“to moisten”), from ūmectus (“moist”), from ūmeō (“to be moist”).

Used in a sentence

  • Sorbitol is an excellent humectant and is used to extend the shelf life of many baked goods and fillings.

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