Glycerinize

/ˈɡlɪsərɪnaɪz/ verb

Definition

To treat, preserve, or saturate with glycerin; synonymous with glycerinate.

Etymology

Glycerin + -ize (verb suffix, from Greek -izein). American variant of glycerinate, developed for consistency with -ize verb formations in English.

Kelly Says

Scientists glycerinize delicate biological samples before freezing them because glycerin acts as antifreeze, protecting cells from ice crystal damage.

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