pyranoside

/paɪˈreɪn.ɒsaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of sugar or carbohydrate containing a pyranose ring.

“The researchers studied the pyranoside structures to understand their impact on the body.”

2. chemistry

A class of monosaccharides with a pyranose ring.

“The pyranoside molecule was analyzed to determine its chemical properties.”

Synonyms

  • monosaccharide
  • pyranose
  • sugar

Antonyms

  • disaccharide
  • polysaccharide