1. a clear, colorless substance obtained from animal bones and tissues, used in food preparation and photography
2. a jelly-like food made with gelatin powder

Examples

• She dissolved the gelatin powder in hot water.
• The recipe calls for two packets of unflavored gelatin.
• Gelatin is commonly used to make desserts and candies.
• The photographer used gelatin to coat the glass plates.
• Vegetarians often avoid gelatin because it comes from animals.
• The cherry gelatin set perfectly in the refrigerator.
• Gelatin capsules are used for many medications.