Meaning of the word gluten in English

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gluten

US /ˈɡluː.t̬ən/
UK /ˈɡluː.tən/
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Noun

a substance present in cereal grains, especially wheat, that is responsible for the elastic texture of dough. A mixture of two proteins, it can cause illness in people with celiac disease.

Example:
Many people are choosing to eat foods that are free of gluten.
Wheat, barley, and rye all contain gluten.
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