Definition

A type of fat that is made from glycerol and one fatty acid, often used in food products as an emulsifier.

Example

Monoglycerides are commonly added to processed foods to help mix oil and water.

Conversation

Have you heard about how monoglycerides can be used in food products?

Yeah, I read they act as emulsifiers to keep ingredients mixed together.

Right! It's fascinating how something like a monoglyceride can make a big difference in texture.

Totally! I didn't realize they played such an important role in our food.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monoglyceride → It is formed from "mono-" (meaning one) and "glyceride" (derived from "glycerin", which comes from Greek "glykys", meaning sweet, and the suffix "-ide" indicating a chemical compound). The word refers to a chemical compound consisting of one glycerol molecule and one fatty acid.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mono-' meaning one, and 'glyceride' relating to a sweet compound — a monoglyceride is a compound made of one glycerol and one fatty acid.

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