English word saccharolipid comes from English lipid, English saccharo- (Sugar.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| lipid | English (eng) | (organic compound) any of a group of organic compounds including the fats, oils, waxes, sterols, and triglycerides. Lipids are characterized by being insoluble in water, and account for most of the fat present in the human body. They are, however, soluble in nonpolar organic solvents. |
| saccharo- | English (eng) | Sugar. |
| saccharolipid | English (eng) | (organic chemistry) Any of several types of lipid that contain a carbohydrate moiety. |