Cellulose

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛljəˌloʊs/

Cellulose (noun)

  1. A natural substance in plants that gives them structure and strength.
  2. A material used to make paper and some fabrics.

Examples

  • Cellulose is a major component of plant cell walls.
  • The cellulose in plants provides structural support.

Common collocations: cellulose fibers, natural cellulose, cellulose content, cellulose pulp, cellulose acetate

Synonyms of Cellulose

Formal

Neutral