Significado da palavra carbohydrate em português

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carbohydrate

US /ˌkɑːr.boʊˈhaɪ.dreɪt/
UK /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪt/
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Substantivo

carboidrato

any of a large group of organic compounds occurring in foods and living tissues and including sugars, starch, and cellulose. They contain hydrogen and oxygen in the same ratio as water (2:1) and typically can be broken down to release energy in the animal body.

Exemplo:
Pasta is a good source of carbohydrates.
Massa é uma boa fonte de carboidratos.
Athletes often consume high amounts of carbohydrates for energy.
Atletas frequentemente consomem grandes quantidades de carboidratos para energia.