lactose-rich
|lac-tose-rich|
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/ˈlæktoʊs rɪtʃ/
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/ˈlæktəʊs rɪtʃ/
high in lactose
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lactose-rich' originates from the combination of 'lactose,' a sugar found in milk, and 'rich,' meaning abundant or plentiful.
Historical Evolution
The term 'lactose' comes from the Latin word 'lac,' meaning milk, and 'rich' from Old English 'riche,' meaning powerful or wealthy.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'rich' meant 'powerful or wealthy,' but in this context, it evolved to mean 'abundant in lactose.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
containing a high amount of lactose.
This cheese is lactose-rich, making it unsuitable for those with lactose intolerance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45