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Definition of Glycosides
1. glycoside [n] - See also: glycoside
Medical Definition of Glycosides
1. Any compound that contains a constituent sugar, in which the hydroxyl group attached to the first carbon is substituted by an alcoholic, phenolic, or other group. They are named specifically for the sugar contained, such as glucoside (glucose), pentoside (pentose), fructoside (fructose), etc. Upon hydrolysis, a sugar and nonsugar component (aglycone) are formed. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Glycosides
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