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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pectin

/ˈpɛktɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does pectin mean?

noun

A naturally occurring polysaccharide found in the cell walls of plants, particularly in the skin and core of apples, and used as a gelling agent in food, such as jam and jelly.

Example

"The recipe called for a tablespoon of pectin to help thicken the homemade jam."

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