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Definition of keto

keto

/ˈkiːtoʊ/
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• adjective

1

Relating to, suitable for, or following a ketogenic diet, which is high in fats and very low in carbohydrates.

Example

"The bakery recently introduced a line of keto pastries made with almond flour and erythritol."

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• noun

1

A ketogenic diet characterized by high fat, moderate protein, and very low carbohydrate intake, designed to induce a metabolic state of ketosis.

Example

"She decided to try keto for a few months to see if it would improve her energy levels."

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• Rhymes for keto

• Nearby Words

ketch
ketchup
ketchupy
keto
ketogenic
kettle
kettlebell

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as an informal clipping of "ketogenic," which itself derives from "ketone" (from German Aketon, a variant of acetone) and the suffix "-genic" (meaning producing).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Keto. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 2, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/keto
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