Glycerine

/ˈɡlɪsərɪn/ noun

Definition

The British and international spelling of glycerin; a sweet, colorless liquid used in medicines, cosmetics, and food.

Etymology

Alternative spelling of glycerin from French glycérine. Both spellings derive from Greek glykeros ('sweet').

Kelly Says

The difference between 'glycerin' and 'glycerine' is purely spelling preference—it's like color/colour, but this one is actually standardized differently in different countries.

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