glycogen
(gly-co-gen)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. a polysaccharide that is the main form of carbohydrate storage in animals and occurs mainly in liver and muscle tissue; it is readily converted to glucose
Example Sentence
The liver and the muscles are the main producers of glycogen.
Synonyms
polysaccharide; animal starch; body fuel
Antonyms
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