Definition

A type of fat molecule that is found in the brain and nerve tissues, which contains sugars like glucose or galactose.

Example

Cerebrosides play an important role in the structure of nerve cells.

Conversation

I just read an article about cerebroside and its role in the brain.

Oh really? What did it say about it?

It mentioned that cerebroside is found in nerve tissue and helps with communication between cells.

That's fascinating! I didn't know it had such an important function.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cerebroside → It is formed from "cerebrum" (from Latin, meaning brain) and "-side" (from Greek "situs", meaning a component or part). The word refers to a component found in the brain, specifically a type of glycosphingolipid found in nerve tissue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cerebrum' which relates to the brain, and '-side' indicating a part or component. This helps you remember that 'cerebroside' is a component associated with the brain.

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