Xylitol
//ˈzaɪlɪtɑl// noun
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 A pentahydric alcohol, C₅H₁₂O₅, penta-hydroxy pentane; derived from xylose; used as a sweetener. countable, uncountable
"A note of caution to readers with pets: Xylitol is toxic to dogs and can have potentially life-threatening effects. As owners of two doggos ourselves, we encourage anyone with a dog to use extreme caution when bringing xylitol into your home."
Example
More examples"A note of caution to readers with pets: Xylitol is toxic to dogs and can have potentially life-threatening effects. As owners of two doggos ourselves, we encourage anyone with a dog to use extreme caution when bringing xylitol into your home."
Etymology
From Ancient Greek ξύλον (xúlon, “wood”) + -itol (“anhydric alcohol”).
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