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laevulose

/ ˈlɛvjʊˌləʊs; -ˌləʊz /

noun

  1. another name for fructose


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Word History and Origins

Origin of laevulose1

C19: from laevo- + -ule + -ose ²

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Example Sentences

Heated with water or dilute acids, it is converted into laevulose.

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