aglycon

/ˈæɡlɪkɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

The non-sugar part of a glycoside.

“The aglycon of the glycoside was isolated and identified.”

2. noun

The non-carbohydrate part of a glycosidic compound.

“The aglycon of the glycosidic compound was found to be a phenol.”

Synonyms

  • aglycone
  • glycone