(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).

Of or relating to a comb; resembling a comb.

A fish whose bones resemble the teeth of a comb.

plural of pectinal

plural of pectinate

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

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

Archaic form of pectin.

plural of pectin

(anatomy, zoology, botany) Having narrow ridges or projections aligned close together like the teeth of a comb.