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gluten

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/glutɛn/glu·ten

Definition

1

A protein present in cereals such as wheat, barley, and rye, responsible for the elasticity of dough.

Usage examples

Many people have gluten intolerance.
Gluten-free bread is made with alternative flours.

Common combinations

gluten intolerancegluten-free foodgluten protein