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Etymology

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From poly- +‎ saccharide.

Noun

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polysaccharide (plural polysaccharides)

  1. (biochemistry) A polymer made of many saccharide units linked by glycosidic bonds.
    Cellulose, starches, and complex carbohydrates, such as glycogen, are common polysaccharides in biology.

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Etymology

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From poly- +‎ saccharide.

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  • IPA(key): /pɔ.li.sa.ka.ʁid/
  • Audio (Paris):(file)

Noun

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polysaccharide m (plural polysaccharides)

  1. Synonym of polyoside

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