Deglutinating

/dɪˈɡluːtɪneɪtɪŋ/ adjective

Definition

In the process of removing gluten or sticky substances.

Etymology

Present participle of deglutinate, showing an ongoing action of removing sticky compounds.

Kelly Says

This word captures the industrial process of cleaning grain, though food scientists tend to use much simpler language when talking to regular people.

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