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- [in-yuh-lin]
- /ˈɪn yə lɪn/
- /ɪnˈuːlɪn/
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- [in-yuh-lin]
- /ˈɪn yə lɪn/
Definitions of inulin word
- noun inulin a polysaccharide, (C 6 H 10 O 5) n , obtained from the roots of certain plants, especially elecampane, dahlia, and Jerusalem artichoke, that undergoes hydrolysis to the dextrorotatory form of fructose: used chiefly as an ingredient in diabetic bread, in processed foods to increase their fiber content, and as a reagent in diagnosing kidney function. 1
- noun inulin A complex of sugar present in the roots of various plants and used medically to test kidney function. It is a polysaccharide based on fructose. 1
- noun inulin a fructose polysaccharide present in the tubers and rhizomes of some plants. Formula: (C6H10O5)n 0
- noun inulin a white, starchlike polysaccharide which yields fructose, and glucose when hydrolyzed: found in the roots and tubers of many composite plants 0
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Origin of inulin
First appearance:
before 1805 One of the 41% newest English words
1805-15; < New Latin Inul(a) a genus of plants (Latin: elecampane) + -in2
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Parts of speech for Inulin
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inulin popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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