starches
Definition
plural noun. 1 a white tasteless solid carbohydrate 2 substance used to stiffen textile fabrics in laundering 3 food with a high content of carbohydrates such as potatoes or rice
Example Sentence
Potatoes and rice are both starches. OR He starches his dress shirts.
Synonyms
complex carbohydrate; polysaccharide; stiffening agent
Antonyms
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