amidon

/amɪdɒ̃/

Definitions

1. noun

a polysaccharide, a complex carbohydrate consisting of a long chain of glucose molecules

“The scientist studied the properties of amylose, a type of amydon, to understand its role in plant cell walls.”

Synonyms

  • amylose
  • starch

Antonyms

  • enzyme
  • protein