glyceride

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An ester of glycerol and one or more fatty acid; they are the major constituents of lipids.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡlɪsəɹaɪd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-glyceride.wav

Word forms

glyceride glycerides

Etymology

From glycerine + -ide.

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