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GUM ACACIA

\ɡˈʌm ɐkˈe͡ɪʃə], \ɡˈʌm ɐkˈe‍ɪʃə], \ɡ_ˈʌ_m ɐ_k_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə]\

Definitions of GUM ACACIA

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2011 - English Dictionary Database
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gum from an acacia tree; used as a thickener (especially in candies and pharmaceuticals)

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

gum from an acacia tree; used as a thickener (especially in candies and pharmaceuticals)

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

Powdered exudate from various Acacia species, especially A. senegal (Leguminosae). It forms mucilage or syrup in water. Gum arabic is used as a suspending agent, excipient, and emulsifier in foods and pharmaceuticals.

2010 - Medical Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

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