AGAR-AGAR - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a colloidal extract of algae

Example: used especially in culture media and as a gelling agent in foods

Synonyms

Agar-agar, Agar

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "agar-agar" was borrowed from Malay agar-agar.

🧩 Fun Fact

English's willingness to borrow from any language makes it one of the largest vocabularies in the world.

➡️ Words that Start with AG

Aground Agriculture Agelaius Agitative Agars Agrobiology Agons Ags Aggravates Agisms Agnosia Agoraphobic

Words that End with AR ⬅️

Bewear Chimchar Emboar Gengar Gligar Incineroar Larvitar Magmar Magmortar Malamar Omastar Pansear