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GLUTINOUS
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Having the sticky properties of an adhesive
Synonyms:
gluey; glutinous; gummy; mucilaginous; pasty; sticky; viscid; viscous
Classified under:
Similar:
adhesive (tending to adhere)
Derivation:
gluten (a protein substance that remains when starch is removed from cereal grains; gives cohesiveness to dough)
glutinosity; glutinousness (the property of having a viscosity like jelly)
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