Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun Same as dextrine.

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  • Rye and rye-bread contain a substance resembling starch-gum (or dextrine, as it is called) in its properties, which is very easily converted into sugar.

    The Book of Household Management

  • Rye and rye-bread contain a substance resembling starch-gum (or dextrine, as it is called) in its properties, which is very easily converted into sugar.

    The Book of Household Management

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