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glutinous

UK/'glu:tinәs/US
GREC2

Definitions

adj.

Sticky and thick like glue; having a viscid, adhesive quality.

黏性的,胶状的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
glutstem
+
inconnector
+
ousfull of, having the quality of
=glutinous

Common Collocations

  • 1.glutinous rice糯米
  • 2.glutinous texture胶性质地
  • 3.glutinous consistency粘稠度

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The glutinous rice was sticky and perfect for making Asian desserts.

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