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Algeciras
Algeria
algesia
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algicide
algid
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algin
alginate
alginic acid
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alginate
al·gi·nate [ áljə nàyt, áljənət ] (plural al·gi·nates)


noun 
Definition:
 
salt or ester of alginic acid: a salt or ester of alginic acid. Use: thickener or emulsifier in plastics or food.
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