Definition

Relating to a type of compound formed from a sugar and another substance, often found in biological systems.

Example

The glycosidic bond is crucial for the structure of carbohydrates.

Conversation

Did you know that some sugars form glycosidic bonds in our body?

Really? I had no idea how they worked together like that.

Yeah, it's fascinating how glycosidic connections affect energy release.

Science is so cool! We should learn more about it together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glycosidic → It is formed from "glyco-" (from Greek "glykys", meaning sweet) and "sidus" (from Latin, meaning bond or connection). The term refers to a type of bond that connects a sugar molecule to another molecule, often in carbohydrates.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sweet' ('glyco-') being connected ('sidus') to something else — that's what a glycosidic bond does, it connects sugar to other molecules.

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