Definition

A type of chemical compound made from glycerol and fatty acids, commonly found in fats and oils.

Example

Glycerides are important components of dietary fats and oils.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of glyceride before?

Yeah, I think it's something to do with fats, right?

Exactly! It's an ester formed with fatty acids and glycerol.

That's interesting! I didn't know it was found in both plant oils and animal fats.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glyceride → It is formed from "glycerin" (from Greek "glykys", meaning sweet) and the suffix "-ide" (used in chemistry to denote a chemical compound). The word "glyceride" refers to a compound derived from glycerin, typically found in fats and oils.

Memory Tip

Think of 'glycerin' which means sweet, and the '-ide' indicating a chemical compound. This helps you remember that a glyceride is a sweet compound derived from glycerin.

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