CEFR C1

glutinous

adjective

Meaning

Having the sticky, viscous quality of glue; very sticky.

Examples

The melted cheese formed a glutinous mass that clung to the spoon.
Her hair was matted and glutinous after swimming in the oily water.

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glutinous (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɡlʌtɪnəs/

Definition

Having the sticky, viscous quality of glue; very sticky.

Examples

The melted cheese formed a glutinous mass that clung to the spoon.
Her hair was matted and glutinous after swimming in the oily water.
The experimental food additive created a glutinous texture in the sauce.

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