cytokinin

noun

cy·to·ki·nin | \ ˌsī-tə-ˈkī-nən

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Definition of cytokinin

: any of various plant growth substances (such as kinetin) that are usually derivatives of adenine

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Recent Examples on the Web The other chemicals include vitamins, minerals (including the electrolytes sodium and potassium), and plant hormones like cytokinins (that may benefit the body in various ways). — Alexandra Hansen, Quartzy, "The health benefits of coconut water have been greatly overstated," 5 Nov. 2019

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“Cytokinin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cytokinin. Accessed 26 Feb. 2021.

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cytokinin

noun

cy·to·ki·nin | \ ˌsīt-ə-ˈkī-nən

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: any of various plant growth substances that are usually derivatives of adenine

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