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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

glycosylate

/ˌɡlaɪkoʊˈsɪleɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does glycosylate mean?

verb

To add a carbohydrate group to a molecule, especially in the form of a glycosidic bond. In biochemistry, to attach a carbohydrate to a protein or lipid.

Example

"The enzyme glycosylates the protein, making it more soluble in water."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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