Glycerin , is a sweetener and binder (humectant) that is commonly produced as a byproduct of soap making. It has traditionally been used in dog food as a texturing and sweetening agent. Common names for glycerin. The most common name variations include glycerol, vegetable glycerin or glycerine.
Definition of shock. : a pile of sheaves of grain or stalks of corn set up in a field with the butt ends down.
A shock absorber is a mechanical or hydraulic device designed to absorb and damp shock impulses. It does this by converting the kinetic energy of the shock into another form of energy (typically heat) which is then dissipated.