dextrose

noun

dex·​trose ˈdek-ˌstrōs How to pronounce dextrose (audio)
-ˌstrōz
: dextrorotatory glucose

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That usually consists of starch, food coloring, and stabilizers and preservatives (look for words like maltodextrin, dextrose, and gum arabic). Karen Yuan, Bon Appétit, 2 Dec. 2024 What is the McRib? Made from pork, water, salt, dextrose and – have your taste buds identified this ingredient? Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 20 Nov. 2024 What is the McRib? Made from pork, water, salt, dextrose and — have your taste buds identified this ingredient? Mike Snider, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024 The McRib is a patty shaped to resemble a rack of ribs, made from pork, water, salt, dextrose, and rosemary extract. Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dextrose 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dextrose was circa 1869

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“Dextrose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dextrose. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

dextrose

noun
dex·​trose ˈdek-ˌstrōs How to pronounce dextrose (audio)
: the naturally occurring form of glucose found in plants, fruits, and blood

Medical Definition

dextrose

noun
: dextrorotatory glucose

called also grape sugar

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