glucose — A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and a component of many carbohydrates.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and a component of many carbohydrates.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡluːkoʊs/
Example Sentences
- After eating three donuts, his glucose levels shot through the roof.
- Plants convert sunlight into glucose through photosynthesis.
- My grandma said her love for candy is basically a glucose addiction.
glucose
NOUN[/ˈɡluːkoʊs/]
A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and a component of many carbohydrates.
The runner's energy drink is packed with glucose to fuel her final sprint.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'glucose', derived from Greek 'gleukos' meaning sweet wine or must, referring to the sweet taste found in grapes.
Breakdown
gluc- (sweet) + -ose (chemical suffix indicating a sugar)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After eating three donuts, his glucose levels shot through the roof.”
“Plants convert sunlight into glucose through photosynthesis.”
“My grandma said her love for candy is basically a glucose addiction.”
“Diabetics must carefully monitor their glucose intake every day.”
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