Glycerinating

/ˈɡlɪsərɪneɪtɪŋ/ verb present participle

Definition

The act or process of treating or preserving something with glycerin.

Etymology

Present participle of glycerinate (-ing suffix). Used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food processing contexts.

Kelly Says

When factories are glycerinating ingredients, they're essentially creating time capsules—locking in freshness by surrounding materials with this sweet, protective liquid.

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