catechin
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noun \ˈka-tə-ˌkin\Definition of CATECHIN
: a crystalline flavonoid compound C15H14O6 or its derivatives having antioxidant properties and used in dyeing and tanning
Origin of CATECHIN
International Scientific Vocabulary catechu + 1-in
First Known Use: 1853
Rhymes with CATECHIN
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cat·e·chin
noun \ˈkat-ə-ˌkin\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of CATECHIN
: 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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