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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

galactose

/ˈɡæləksoʊz/ noun · British & US
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What does galactose mean?

noun

A simple sugar found in milk and other dairy products, and in some fruits and vegetables. It is a monosaccharide, a type of carbohydrate.

Example

"The researcher isolated the galactose from the milk and analyzed its properties."

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