degum

verb

degum

verb

UK /diːˈɡʌm/

Etymology From de- + gum.

1

To remove gum from.

Degumming involves the removal of phospholipids and other non-triglyceride materials.2011, Lou Honary, Erwin Richter, Biobased Lubricants and Greases: Technology and Products:

Derived terms: degummer

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