What is another word for pectic?

Pronunciation: [pˈɛktɪk] (IPA)

Pectic refers to a substance that is gelatinous and found in the cell walls of plants. There are several synonyms for pectic, including pectinaceous, pectinous, and pectiniferous. Pectinaceous denotes a substance that contains pectin, a polysaccharide found in the cell walls of plants. Pectinous and pectiniferous, on the other hand, refer to substances that have a high concentration of pectin, and are therefore gelatinous. Other words that can be used in place of pectic include mucilaginous, viscid, and glutinous, all of which describe a substance that is sticky and adhesive. Ultimately, the choice of synonym depends on the context in which it is being used.

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What are the hypernyms for Pectic?

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Usage examples for Pectic

It is eaten under the name of "Tuckahoe" in the United States, and as it consists almost entirely of pectic acid, it is sometimes used in the manufacture of jelly.
"Fungi: Their Nature and Uses"
Mordecai Cubitt Cooke
pectic acid can be extracted by the chemist from Carrots, which will solidify plain sugared water into a wholesome appetising jelly.
"Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure"
William Thomas Fernie

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