low-density lipoprotein

noun

low-den·​si·​ty lipoprotein ˈlō-ˈden(t)-sə-tē- 

: ldl

Examples of low-density lipoprotein in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Regularly eating nuts could effectively reduce heart disease risk factors, such as low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, or bad cholesterol. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 2 Sep. 2026

Researchers believe catechins contribute to these results by improving endothelial function, reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) oxidation, and supporting nitric oxide signaling. — Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 3 Aug. 2026

Those include chylomicrons, very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL), low-density lipoproteins (LDL) and intermediate-density lipoproteins (IDL). — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026

Pectins help keep your low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in check. — Lauren O'Connor, Health, 2 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for low-density lipoprotein

• acetylcysteine
• antisubmarine
• dichlorobenzene
• dimethylamine
• diphenylamine
• ethanolamine
• hydroxylamine
• isobutylene
• isoleucine
• mercaptopurine
• methylcholanthrene
• norepinephrine

Medical Definition

low-density lipoprotein

noun

low-den·​si·​ty lipoprotein ˈlō-ˈden(t)-sət-ē- 

: ldl