blood sugar

noun

: the glucose in the blood

also : its concentration (as in milligrams per 100 milliliters)

Examples of blood sugar in a Sentence

As a diabetic, he needs his blood sugar to stay at the right levels.

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These indicators can range from elevated blood pressure and abnormal blood sugar to impaired mobility or poor sleep. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026 But many people with diabetes (and some without) choose to wear a CGM, a device that monitors their blood sugar levels automatically. — Sukhman Rekhi, Verywell Health, 13 Oct. 2026 The researchers said the effects were not completely explained by weight loss, blood sugar control or inflammation. — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026 While whole wheat toast offers fiber to slow digestion and lessen blood sugar spikes, white bread is a refined grain, which means most of the fiber is removed. — Trista Chan, HEALTH, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blood sugar

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of blood sugar was in 1881

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Kids Definition

blood sugar

noun

: the glucose in the blood

especially : the amount or percentage of such sugar

Medical Definition

blood sugar

noun

: the glucose in the blood

also : its concentration (as in milligrams per 100 milliliters)

blood sugar

noun

Examples of blood sugar in a Sentence

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