Xanthan–gum
a water-soluble natural gum produced by the fermentation of sugar with certain microorganisms and used as a binder, extender, or stabilizer in foods and other products.
contemporary examples
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noun
a complex polysaccharide exuded by colonies of the bacterium xanth-m-nas campestris: used as a food additive in salad dressings, dairy products, etc
xanthan gum
(zān’thən)
a natural gum of high molecular weight produced by fermentation of glucose (usually in the form of corn syrup) with bacteria. xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer in commercial food preparation.
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