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GLYCERIDE

(noun)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Glyceride.

Glyceride - as a noun

An ester of glycerol and fatty acids that occurs naturally as fats and fatty oils

Example: "Fresh fats contain glycerides of fatty acids and very little free acid"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acylglycerol
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
animal oilglyceryl ester
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Vegetable oils are primarily composed of glycerides."
"Body lotions and creams often contain glycerides for moisturizing purposes."
"The human body metabolizes glycerides for energy storage."
"Some pharmaceutical drugs are formulated with glycerides as carriers."
"The presence of glycerides in blood serum can indicate certain health conditions."
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Word Game Points

Is GLYCERIDE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, glyceride is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GLYCERIDE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is GLYCERIDE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, glyceride is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GLYCERIDE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is GLYCERIDE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, glyceride is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GLYCERIDE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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