catechin

noun

cat·​e·​chin ˈka-tə-ˌkin How to pronounce catechin (audio)
: a crystalline flavonoid compound C15H14O6 or its derivatives having antioxidant properties and used in dyeing and tanning

Examples of catechin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Rich in antioxidants called catechins, green tea helps protect the skin from sun damage and reduces the risk of skin cancer. Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 Green tea contains catechins, antioxidants that can protect the brain from disease and help people age well. Alexa Mikhail, Fortune Well, 13 Feb. 2024 Green tea extract contains high levels of catechins, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which are known to be responsible for weight loss. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Oct. 2023 It’s packed with chlorophyll, L-Theanine and catechins, which are natural substances found in tea that can help regulate blood pressure, support weight loss and protect cells against damage from free radicals. Nicole Charky-Chami, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 July 2023 Along with the yogurt, Sinclair has green matcha tea—full of polyphenols such as ECGC catechins. Byalexa Mikhail, Fortune Well, 6 July 2023 Green coffee bean extract is a natural source of caffeine and the antioxidant catechin chlorogenic acid. Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2023 Green Tea One of the active components of green tea is catechins, a type of flavonoid that is present in high concentrations in green tea. Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2023 The catechin epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Ola Faleti, chicagotribune.com, 17 Apr. 2021

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Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary catechu + -in entry 1

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of catechin was in 1853

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“Catechin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catechin. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

catechin

noun
cat·​e·​chin ˈkat-ə-ˌkin How to pronounce catechin (audio)
: a crystalline compound C15H14O6 that is related chemically to the flavones, is found in catechu, and is used in dyeing and tanning
also : a derivative of this compound
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