plural of pectin

plural of pectinate

(biochemistry) A polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in processed foods, especially jellies and jams where it causes thickening (setting).

(chemistry) An ester or salt formed of pectinic acid.

Resembling a comb. / Having segments which are greatly lengthened to one side. / (mycology) striate

plural of pectination

The state of being pectinated; that which is pectinated. / The act of combing; the combing of the head. / (biology) comb-like toothing

(obsolete, anatomy) Of or relating to the pecten. / (anatomy) Relating to, or connected with, the pubic bone.

Of or relating to a comb; resembling a comb.

plural of pectinal