adonitol
|a-do-ni-tol|
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/əˈdɒnɪˌtɒl/
sugar alcohol
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adonitol' originates from the Greek word 'Adonis,' referring to the plant Adonis vernalis, from which it was first isolated.
Historical Evolution
'adonitol' was derived from the plant Adonis vernalis and eventually became known in the scientific community as a sugar alcohol.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was identified as a component of the Adonis plant, but over time it evolved into its current use as a sugar alcohol in research.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sugar alcohol derived from ribose, used in biochemical research and as a sweetener.
Adonitol is often used in laboratory settings for bacterial identification.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/11 23:06