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glucose

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/gliˈkozɨ/gli·co·se

Definition

1

A chemical substance (a monosaccharide) that is the main source of energy for living organisms, found in blood and many foods.

Usage examples

Glucose is essential for brain function.
Diabetics must monitor their glucose levels.

Common combinations

glucose levelblood glucoseglucose test