hydrocolloid

noun

hy·​dro·​col·​loid ˌhī-drə-ˈkä-ˌlȯid How to pronounce hydrocolloid (audio)
: a substance that yields a gel with water
hydrocolloidal
ˌhī-drə-kə-ˈlȯi-dᵊl How to pronounce hydrocolloid (audio)
-kä-
adjective

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As the patch absorbs excess fluid, the hydrocolloid material that the patch is made of can react to it, turning white in some cases. — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2025 These clear hydrocolloid stickers draw out whitehead gunk and protect skin for faster healing—all while staying virtually invisible on your skin. — Lily Wohlner, Allure, 2 Dec. 2025 These hydrocolloid gel bandages seal the blister and provide cushioning against further friction, which will get your kids back in the mood to meet Minnie Mouse super fast. — Terri Peters, Parents, 6 Mar. 2026 The hydrocolloid keeps the blister contained in a wet environment and also releases an active gel that absorbs fluid from the blister—all while keeping the wound cushioned from further harm. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hydrocolloid

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hydrocolloid was in 1916

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hydrocolloid

noun
hy·​dro·​col·​loid -ˈkäl-ˌȯid How to pronounce hydrocolloid (audio)
: any of several substances that yield gels with water (as alginic acid salts, agar, carrageenan, and related polysaccharide gums) and that are used especially as protective colloids and as impression materials in dentistry
hydrocolloidal
-kə-ˈlȯid-ᵊl, -kä- How to pronounce hydrocolloid (audio)
adjective
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