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cellulose

ˈseljʊləʊs

noun

celuloza

t͡sɛluˈlɔza· rzeczownik
Definition

A substance that is the main constituent of the cell walls of plants and is used in making paper, textiles, and plastics.

Examples
Wood is largely composed of cellulose, which gives it strength.
Drewno składa się głównie z celulozy, co nadaje mu wytrzymałość.
Cellulose is a key component of plant fibers and is indigestible for humans.
Celuloza jest kluczowym składnikiem włókien roślinnych i jest niestrawna dla ludzi.
Synonyms
plant fiberpolysaccharide
Collocations
cellulose fibercellulose acetateplant cellulose
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