sucrose
1 synonym for sucrose, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The sugar with the formula C12H22O11, made of glucose and fructose joined together and found in ordinary table sugar.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
saccharose
How to use sucrose
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sucrose solution
sucrose content
glucose and sucrose
sucrose and fructose
It is a scientific term, used in chemistry, biology and food science.
Etymology
Sucrose comes from the French word sucre, meaning sugar, with the English ending -ose added.
Full origin of sucrose →Frequently asked questions
What is sucrose?
Sucrose is a disaccharide with the formula C12H22O11. It is the normal culinary sugar.
What is sucrose made of?
Sucrose consists of two simple sugars, glucose and fructose.
Is sucrose the same as table sugar?
Yes, sucrose is the normal culinary sugar.
