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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

glycerides

/ˈɡlaɪsəraɪdz/ noun · British & US
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What does glycerides mean?

noun

A type of ester derived from glycerol, typically used in the manufacture of soaps, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

Example

"The company developed a new process for producing glycerides from vegetable oils."

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