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Noun: saponin  sa-pu-nin
  1. Any of various plant glucosides that form soapy lathers when mixed and agitated with water; used in detergents and foaming agents and emulsifiers
    "Saponins in quinoa must be rinsed off before cooking"

Derived forms: saponins

Type of: glucoside

Encyclopedia: Saponin