triglyceride

noun

tri·​glyc·​er·​ide (ˌ)trī-ˈgli-sə-ˌrīd 

: any of a group of lipids that are esters formed from one molecule of glycerol and three molecules of one or more fatty acids, are widespread in adipose tissue, and commonly circulate in the blood in the form of lipoproteins

Examples of triglyceride in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Demanding more immediate attention is the discovery of elevated triglycerides, prompting immediate dietary soul-searching. — Ken Gawrych, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2026

The main cholesterol and blood fat names to pay attention to are LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. — Gavin Escott, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026

Experts advise against using supplements to manage cholesterol and triglycerides. — Stephanie Anderson Witmer, HEALTH, 3 Aug. 2026

People on the highest dose of, though, did experience improvements in cardiovascular risk factors, like triglycerides and cholesterol. — Meghana Keshavan, STAT, 23 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for triglyceride

• acetamide
• acetonide
• acidified
• antimonide
• beatified
• benzaldehyde
• borohydride
• chalcogenide
• commodified
• decalcified
• declassified
• disaccharide

Medical Definition

triglyceride

noun

tri·​glyc·​er·​ide (ˈ)trī-ˈglis-ə-ˌrīd 

: any of a group of lipids that are esters formed from one molecule of glycerol and three molecules of one or more fatty acids, are widespread in adipose tissue, and commonly circulate in the blood in the form of lipoproteins

called also neutral fat