(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).

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

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

plural of pectinate

plural of pectin

Archaic form of pectin.

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

In a pectinate manner.

plural of pectinal

Of or relating to a comb; resembling a comb.