Glucose Meaning
/ˈɡluː.kəʊz/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA simple monosaccharide (sugar) with a molecular formula of C₆H₁₂O₆; a principle source of energy for cellular metabolism.
Sentence Examples
Whoever lost a bag with a glucose meter inside, contact this address.
The relationship between epilepsy and glucose metabolism was established more than 85 years ago.
The sucrose molecule is comprised of glucose and fructose.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The nurse gave the patient an injection of ____ to raise his blood sugar.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The body breaks down carbohydrates into ____, which is the primary source of energy for the brain and muscles.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Ancient Greek γλεῦκος (gleûkos)der. French glucose English glucose From French, from Ancient Greek γλεῦκος (gleûkos, “wine, must”). By surface analysis, gluco- + -ose; note that -ose is derived from the word glucose.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The nurse gave the patient an injection of ____ to raise his blood sugar.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The body breaks down carbohydrates into ____, which is the primary source of energy for the brain and muscles.