GLYCOSIDE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a group of compounds derived from monosaccharides

Categories: Organic compound

Synonyms

Glycoside

🔗 Related Words

glyco – A related word in the same word family.

ide – A related word in the same word family.

glucoside – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Words in the same family branched apart as languages evolved in different regions.