keto

adjective

ke·to | \ ˈkē-(ˌ)tō

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Definition of keto

: of or relating to a ketone also : containing a ketone group

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Those compounds are what cause keto breath: a metallic-tasting, somewhat stinky side effect. — Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, "9 Keto Diet Dangers Nutritionists Want You to Know About," 2 Jan. 2019

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keto-enol tautomerism

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The first known use of keto was in 1891

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keto

adjective

ke·to | \ ˈkēt-(ˌ)ō

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Medical Definition of keto

: of or relating to a ketone also : containing a ketone group

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