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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sorbitol

/ˈsɔrbɪtɔl/ noun · British & US
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What does sorbitol mean?

noun

A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener, particularly in sugar-free gum and candy, and as a humectant in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Example

"The sorbitol in the sugar-free gum helped to keep it moist and fresh."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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