gelatin
1. a colorless water-soluble glutinous protein obtained from animal tissues such as bone and skin • Syn: gelatine • Derivationally related forms: gelatinous (for: gelatine), gelatinous, gelatinize • Hypernyms: scleroprotein, albuminoid 2. an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods • Syn: jelly • Derivationally related forms: jellify (for: jelly) • Hypernyms: dainty, delicacy, goody, kickshaw, treat • Hyponyms: calf's-foot jelly, gelatin dessert, aspic 3. a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects • Syn: gel • Hypernyms: membrane
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