countable/uncountable a white substance without any taste that is found in rice, potatoes, and other vegetables. It is a type of carbohydrate that gives you energy.
Synonyms and related words
Substances and chemicals in food and drink
additive
albumin
ascorbic acid
2
uncountable a substance used for making clothes stiff
Synonyms and related words
Substances and equipment used for cleaning and caring for clothes
airer
airing cupboard
clothes basket
starch
noun
US /stɑrtʃ/
Word Forms
singular
starch
plural
starches
DEFINITIONS2
1
uncountable a substance used for making clothes stiff
Synonyms and related words
Substances and equipment used for cleaning and caring for clothes
airing cupboard
clothes basket
clothes hanger
2
countable/uncountable a white substance without any taste that is found in rice, potatoes, and other vegetables. It is a type of carbohydrate that gives you energy.