noun
- plural of thickening; substances used to make liquids thicker, or the process of becoming thicker
Examples
- The recipe calls for various thickenings like cornstarch and flour.
- Different thickenings work better for different types of sauces.
- The chef explained the proper use of natural thickenings in cooking.
- Cornstarch and arrowroot are common thickenings for gravies.
- The sauce showed several thickenings where it had been stirred.
- Commercial thickenings are available at most grocery stores.