polysaccharide
noun
poly·sac·cha·ride
ˌpä-lē-ˈsa-kə-ˌrīd 
: a carbohydrate that can be decomposed by hydrolysis into two or more molecules of monosaccharides
especially
: one (such as cellulose, starch, or glycogen) containing many monosaccharide units and marked by complexity
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Chitin, a complex sugar polysaccharide, is converted into its derivative, chitosan.
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
This is due to compounds like polysaccharides contributing to a healthier gut environment.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 19 Oct. 2024
This duo works to clarify the scalp and cleanse hair while replenishing shine-boosting moisture with marina algae polysaccharides.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Oct. 2024
The botanical extracts in this 100% natural-origin formula help both maintain skin’s natural lipid barrier with polysaccharides as well as defend against irritants thanks to extracts from plants native to harsh climates.
—Katie Becker, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
This is due to compounds like polysaccharides contributing to a healthier gut environment.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 19 Oct. 2024
This duo works to clarify the scalp and cleanse hair while replenishing shine-boosting moisture with marina algae polysaccharides.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Oct. 2024
The botanical extracts in this 100% natural-origin formula help both maintain skin’s natural lipid barrier with polysaccharides as well as defend against irritants thanks to extracts from plants native to harsh climates.
—Katie Becker, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Polysaccharide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polysaccharide. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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polysaccharide
noun
poly·sac·cha·ride
ˈpäl-i-ˈsak-ə-ˌrīd
: a carbohydrate that can be broken down into two or more small sugar molecules
Medical Definition
polysaccharide
noun
poly·sac·cha·ride
-ˈsak-ə-ˌrīd
: a carbohydrate that can be decomposed by hydrolysis into two or more molecules of monosaccharides
especially
: one (as cellulose, starch, or glycogen) containing many monosaccharide units and marked by complexity
called also glycan
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