chyle
chyle
noun \ˈkī(-ə)l\Definition of CHYLE
: lymph that is milky from emulsified fats, characteristically present in the lacteals, and most apparent during intestinal absorption of fats
— chy·lous \ˈkī-ləs\ adjective
See Origin of CHYLE
Late Latin chylus, from Greek chylos juice, chyle; akin to Greek chein to pour — more at found
First Known Use: 1541
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