vanillin Meaning & Definition
/vəˈnɪlɪn/
What Does Vanillin Mean?
Vanillin is a noun that means A chemical compound, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, that is the primary constituent of vanilla. It can also mean A synthetic compound used as a substitute for the extract of the vanilla bean.
Vanillin in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /vəˈnɪlɪn/ |
| Plural | vanillins |
Vanillin Definition (Noun)
- A chemical compound, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, that is the primary constituent of vanilla.
- A synthetic compound used as a substitute for the extract of the vanilla bean.
Noun
- Synthetic compound used as a substitute for the extract of the vanilla bean.
Synonyms of Vanillin
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Vanillin synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
vanillin (countable and uncountable, plural vanillins)
Words That Rhyme With Vanillin
Origin of Vanillin
From vanilla + -in.