xanthan

[ zan-thuhn ]

noun

, Nutrition.

1. a water-soluble natural gum produced by the fermentation of sugar with certain microorganisms and used as a binder, extender, or stabilizer in foods and other products.

Word History and Origins

Origin of xanthan¹

1960–65; probably Xanth(omonas campestris) bacterium which produces the gum + -an, variant of -ane

Example Sentences

If you’re looking for a greener alternative, Effetto Mariposa’s new Vegetalex is biodegradable and plant based, made from water, xanthan gum, and plant fibers.

From Outside Online

Gluten-free noodles are often made with some sort of gelling agent like xanthan gum to bind the ingredients together.

From The Daily Beast