inulin Definition
inu·lin (-lin)
noun
a white, starchlike polysaccharide which yields fructose, and glucose when hydrolyzed: found in the roots and tubers of many composite plants
Etymology: < ModL Inula, genus of plants (< L inula, elecampane) + -in
inulin Usage Examples
Converse of object
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