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Galactose

Noun:

1. A simple sugar and one of the monosaccharides found in lactose, which is commonly found in milk and dairy products.

Example sentence: The human body metabolizes galactose into glucose, which is used as a source of energy.

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Adjective:

1. Pertaining to or derived from galactose.

2. Having a taste similar to that of lactose or milk.

Example sentence: The galactose molecules in the ice cream give it a creamy and slightly sweet taste.

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Verb:

1. To convert lactose into galactose and glucose by the enzyme lactase.

Example sentence: Some individuals lack the ability to galactose lactose properly, resulting in lactose intolerance.

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