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humectant

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humectant /hu·mec·tant/ (hu-mek´tant)
1. moistening.
2. a moistening or diluent medicine.
humectant
[hyo̅o̅mek′tənt]
a substance that promotes retention of moisture.
humectant [hu-mek´tant]
1. moistening.
2. a moistening or diluent medicine.
humectant (hūmek´tnt),
n 1. a substance that prevents loss of moisture.
n.pl 2. a substance contained in toothpastes, gels, and powders that prevents their chemical or physical decomposition by maintaining moisture.
humectant
1. moistening.
2. a moistening or diluent medicine.
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