Meaning & use
carbohydrate
An organic compound, such as sugar or starch, that serves as a major source of energy in food.
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Bread, rice, and pasta are all rich in carbohydrates.
The athlete's diet included plenty of carbohydrates to fuel her long training runs.
A note on using this word
Carbohydrates are commonly grouped into simple sugars and complex starches, which the body digests at different rates.
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