Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amido
Noun
/əˈmiː.doʊ/
Definition
Amido is a carbohydrate that consists of a large number of glucose units joined by glycosidic bonds. It is mostly found in plants and serves as a significant energy reserve.
Examples
- Maize contains a high amount of amido, which is crucial for its energy storage.
- During cooking, amido gelatinizes, thickening sauces and soups.
Meaning
In its simplest form, ‘amido’ refers to starch, a natural polymer that acts as a storage form of energy in many plants.
Synonyms
- Starch
- Carbohydrate
- Polysaccharide