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saccharin
[ sak-er-in ]
noun
- a white, crystalline, slightly water-soluble powder, C 7 H 5 NO 3 S, produced synthetically, which in dilute solution is 500 times as sweet as sugar: its soluble sodium salt is used as a noncaloric sugar substitute in the manufacture of syrups, foods, and beverages.
saccharin
/ ˈsækərɪn /
noun
- a very sweet white crystalline slightly soluble powder used as a nonfattening sweetener. Formula: C 7 H 5 NO 3 S
saccharin
/ săk′ər-ĭn /
- A white, crystalline powder used as a calorie-free sweetener. It tastes about 500 times sweeter than sugar. Saccharin is made from a compound of toluene, which is derived from petroleum. Chemical formula: C 7 H 5 NO 3 S.
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- non·saccha·rin adjective noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of saccharin1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of saccharin1
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Example Sentences
A purple or violet coloration proves the presence of salicylic acid, which in turn indicates the presence of saccharin.
Salicylic acid, benzoic acid, and saccharin are used to preserve fruits.
Saccharin possesses some antiseptic properties, but its main use is as a sweetener.
If a bright cherry-red color forms where the two liquids meet, either benzoic acid or saccharin is present.
The saccharin will have been converted into salicylic acid, which may be identified by the usual test for that acid.
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