glycogen
noun/ˈɡlaɪkədʒən/
Frequency rank: #16,008 most common English word
Meaning
a polysaccharide stored in the liver and muscles that serves as the body's main short-term energy reserve.
Example sentence
After a long run, your muscles quickly replenish their glycogen stores to prepare for the next workout.
Synonyms & related words
- starch
- carbohydrate
- polysaccharide
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