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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

glycoside

/ˈɡlaɪkoʊsaɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does glycoside mean?

noun

A compound that contains a sugar group attached to a non-carbohydrate structure, often used as a sweetener or in medicine.

Example

"The glycoside in the plant was found to have antibacterial properties."

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Etymologically related