variant spelling of glassine; a type of smooth, thin, glossy paper used for packaging and wrapping.
Variant of 'glassine,' from 'glass' plus the suffix '-ine' (meaning resembling or having the nature of). Created in the 19th century to describe a new type of paper.
Glassine paper revolutionized baking and candy-making because it's grease-proof and transparent—you can see your delicious treats while keeping them clean!
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