Definitions:

1. A simple sugar that is naturally found in foods, primarily as part of the disaccharide lactose, which is present in milk and dairy products. NOUN
   • Galactose is a simple sugar that, along with glucose, forms lactose in milk.
2. A simple type of sugar that belongs to the same family as glucose and fructose; an important component of lactose, giving energy to the human body, primarily found in dairy products. NOUN
   • The metabolism of galactose is closely linked to the regulation of other sugars such as glucose and fructose.

Synonyms:

• Milk sugar

NearBy Words:

• galactosemia