sorbitan

sor bi tan |ˈsôrbəˌtan ˈsɔrbəˌtæn | ▶noun [ usu. as modifier ] Chemistry any of a group of compounds that are cyclic ethers derived from sorbitol or its derivatives. ORIGIN 1930s: blend of sorbitol and anhydride .

sorbitan

sorbitan |ˈsɔːbɪtan | ▶noun [ usu. as modifier ] Chemistry any of a group of compounds which are cyclic ethers derived from sorbitol or its derivatives. ORIGIN 1930s: blend of sorbitol and anhydride .