What is glair meaning?

• Glair (also spelled as 'glairé' or 'glaire') is a liquid substance that is composed of egg whites and water.
• It is commonly used as a binding agent or a glossy coating in various culinary and artistic applications, such as painting, bookbinding, and baking.
• In baking, glair can be used to create a light and fluffy texture in cakes or pastries, as well as to attach decorative elements on top of them.
• In painting, glair can be mixed with pigments to create a translucent and shiny effect on surfaces.
• Glair is also referred to as 'egg glair' or 'white of egg' in some contexts, although these terms may also refer to other forms of egg-based substances, such as egg wash or meringue.
• The word 'glair' is derived from the Old French word 'glaire' which means 'egg white', and ultimately from the Latin word 'clarus' which means 'clear'.