thickener

• Substance ou matériau utilisé pour augmenter la viscosité ou l'épaisseur d'un liquide, d'un mélange ou d'une solution.

A substance or material used to increase the viscosity or thickness of a liquid, mixture, or solution.

1. Thickening agentB2formalculinary

   A substance used to increase the viscosity of a liquid without substantially changing its other properties.

   Agent épaississant

   • Cornstarch is a common thickener used in sauces and gravies.
   • The chef added a thickener to the soup to give it a richer texture.
   • Some thickeners are derived from plant gums or starches.

   Synonymesthickening

   Antonymesdiluentthinner