fructose Meaning & Definition
/ˈfɹʌk.təʊz/
What Does Fructose Mean?
Fructose is a noun that means A monosaccharide ketose sugar, formula C6H12O6.
Fructose: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈfɹʌk.təʊz// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | levulose, fruit sugar and laevulose |
| Plural | fructoses |
Fructose Definition (Noun)
- A monosaccharide ketose sugar, formula C6H12O6.
Synonyms of Fructose
Fructose synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Fructose
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Fructose in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
fructose (countable and uncountable, plural fructoses)
Words That Rhyme With Fructose
Origin of Fructose
From Latin fructus (“fruit”) + English -ose (“sugar”) (derivation of sucrose).
How to Pronounce Fructose
Fructose is pronounced //ˈfɹʌk.təʊz// and has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Fructose
What part of speech is fructose?
Fructose is a noun.
What is another word for fructose?
You can replace fructose with words such as levulose, fruit sugar and laevulose. See the full list of fructose synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of fructose?
The plural of fructose is fructoses.