cellulose
Translation
cellulose
Examples
Paper is made from cellulose fibers.
Paper is made from cellulose fibres.
Cellulose is a key component of plant cell walls.
Cellulose is a key component of plant cell walls.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a complex carbohydrate that is the main part of the cell walls of plants Paper is made from cellulose fibres.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fibre, plant fibre
Etymology
From Latin 'cellula' (little cell) and the suffix '-ose', used for sugars.
Memory Tips
Think of 'cell' + '-ose' (like in glucose). It's the substance that makes up plant cells.