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Definition of Glycolide

1. n. A white amorphous powder, C₄H₄O, obtained by heating and dehydrating glycolic acid.

Definition of Glycolide

1. Noun. (organic compound) A lactone formed from two molecules of glycolic acid; any derivative of this compound ¹

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Medical Definition of Glycolide

1. A white amorphous powder, C4H4O, obtained by heating and dehydrating glycolic acid. Alternative forms: glycollide. Origin: Glycol + anhydride. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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