inulin
|in-u-lin|
B2
/ˈɪnjʊlɪn/
plant-derived fiber
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inulin' originates from the Latin word 'inula,' referring to a type of plant, and the suffix '-in,' used to form chemical substances.
Historical Evolution
'inula' transformed into the French word 'inuline,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inulin.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a substance derived from the 'inula' plant, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a dietary fiber.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a naturally occurring polysaccharide produced by many types of plants, often used as a dietary fiber.
Inulin is often added to foods to increase fiber content.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/28 01:14