glycemic
|gly-ce-mic|
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/ɡlaɪˈsiːmɪk/
blood sugar level
Etymology
Etymology Information
'glycemic' originates from the Greek word 'glykys,' meaning 'sweet,' combined with the suffix '-emic,' which pertains to blood.
Historical Evolution
'Glykys' transformed into the French word 'glycémique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'glycemic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sweet in the blood,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to blood sugar levels.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or affecting the level of glucose in the blood.
The glycemic index measures how quickly foods cause blood sugar levels to rise.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45