gelatine

Meanings

• noun

  A colorless, flavorless protein derived from collagen in the skin, bones, or connective tissue of animals. It is used as a food ingredient, particularly in the production of jellies, puddings, and desserts.

  - "She made a beautiful jelly using gelatine."
  - "Gelatine is a common ingredient in the production of gummy candies."

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Synonyms

E441 , gelling agent

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gelatine
jellies , belles , cells , pells , spells , tells

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Variants

List of all variants of gelatine that leads to same result
gelatin , gelatine , gelatines , gelatins

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Etymology

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Derived from the Italian word 'gelato', meaning 'frozen'. Gelatine was originally used to make iced desserts.

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Trivia

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1. Gelatine was once used as a photographic developing agent before the invention of modern chemicals.

2. The world's largest gelatine cube measures 10 feet by 10 feet by 10 feet and weighs over 20,000 pounds.

3. Gelatine is not vegan or vegetarian, as it is derived from animal sources.

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Related Concepts

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1. Collagen: Gelatine is derived from collagen, a protein that is the most abundant protein in the human body. Collagen provides structure to skin, bones, and other connective tissue.

2. Aspic: Aspic is a savory dish made by setting a flavorful liquid, often a stock or broth, with gelatine. It is often served as a decorative centerpiece at formal dinners.

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Culture

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Gelatine has been used in various cultural and historical contexts. In medieval Europe, gelatine was used to make elaborate jellies and desserts for the wealthy. In modern times, it is used in a wide range of food products, including desserts, meat dishes, and pharmaceuticals.

How to Memorize "gelatine"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a clear, jiggly substance that sets when mixed with water and heat. This is gelatine.

2. associate
   

   - Associate gelatine with jelly or pudding. Think of the wiggly texture of a jelly or the creamy texture of a pudding. Gelatine is the substance that makes these textures possible.

3. mnemonics
   

   - GELATINE: Gets Elaborate And Tasty In Every Nibble

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