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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

pyruvic

/pyˈruːvɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does pyruvic mean?

noun

A carboxylic acid that is the product of anaerobic glycolysis and is a key intermediate in cellular respiration.

Example

"The pyruvic acid produced during fermentation is then converted into ethanol."

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

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