cellulose
noun/ˈsɛljəloʊs/
Frequency rank: #12,098 most common English word
Meaning
A complex carbohydrate that forms the main structural component of plant cell walls.
Example sentence
Paper is made primarily from cellulose, which is found in the cell walls of plants.
Synonyms & related words
- fiber
- polysaccharide
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