glucose

noun

glu·​cose ˈglü-ˌkōs 

-ˌkōz

1

: a crystalline sugar C₆H₁₂O₆

specifically : the sweet colorless soluble dextrorotatory form that occurs widely in nature and is the usual form in which carbohydrate is assimilated by animals

2

: a light-colored syrup made from cornstarch

Examples of glucose in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Slowed growth, short stature, and low blood glucose levels in infants and toddlers are among a few signs of GH deficiency in children, Waikar says. —Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024

These devices continuously track health metrics like heart rate, blood glucose levels and oxygen saturation, providing patients and providers with real-time data. —Rahul Saluja, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024

Monitor blood glucose levels closely when taking these two together. —Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 21 Dec. 2024

In addition to its effects on DNA, magnesium has been identified as a cofactor in over 300 enzyme systems in the body, including those that regulate blood pressure, control blood glucose levels, and ensure proper nerve function. —Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 19 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, modification of Greek gleukos must, sweet wine; akin to Greek glykys sweet — more at dulcet

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing glucose

• glucose phosphate
• glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase

Kids Definition

glucose

noun

glu·​cose ˈglü-ˌkōs 

: a sugar that occurs especially in a naturally occurring form that is found in plants, fruits, and blood and is a source of energy for living things

Medical Definition

glucose

noun

glu·​cose ˈglü-ˌkōs, -ˌkōz 

: an optically active sugar C₆H₁₂O₆ that has an aldehydic carbonyl group

especially : the sweet colorless soluble dextrorotatory form that occurs widely in nature and is the usual form in which carbohydrate is assimilated by animals