glyko
Glyko is a term primarily seen as a transliteration of the Greek word γλυκό, which means sweet. In modern use, glyko itself is not a standard scientific or academic term, but appears in transliterations or branding related to Greek language and culture. More often, terms in science and medicine use the related prefixes glyco-, glyc-, or glycos- derived from the same Greek root.
Etymology and linguistic notes: glyko comes from the Greek γλυκός (glykós), meaning “sweet.” In English-language science, the
Usage in science and medicine: The glyco- prefix indicates a relationship to sugars or carbohydrate-containing structures.
In language and culture: In Modern Greek, γλυκό (glykó) means “sweet” and is also used to refer to
See also: glyco-, glyc-, glycogen, glycoprotein, glycolysis, glycosylation.