Meaning of the word saccharin in English

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saccharin

US /ˈsæk.ɚ.ɪn/
UK /ˈsæk.ɚ.ɪn/
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Noun

1.

a synthetic sweetener used as a sugar substitute, especially by people with diabetes. It is many times sweeter than sugar but has a bitter aftertaste.

Example:
Many diet sodas contain saccharin instead of sugar.
She prefers to use saccharin in her coffee to cut down on calories.
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