carbohydrate

/ˌkɑrboʊˈhaɪdreɪt/
noun
  1. A substance found in foods like bread, rice, pasta, and potatoes that gives your body energy.
    • Athletes often eat a lot of carbohydrates before a big race.
    • Bread and pasta are good sources of carbohydrates.
    • She tries to limit her carbohydrate intake to lose weight.
  2. A type of food that is rich in carbohydrates, often used in the plural form 'carbs'.
    • I'm cutting back on carbs to improve my diet.
    • Many people avoid carbohydrates when following a low-carb diet.
    • Complex carbohydrates like oats are healthier than simple sugars.
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