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

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

Almonds have strong evidence for lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, while avocados may improve overall heart health. — Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 25 June 2026

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

The subgroup of participants who received the largest dose have seen their bad cholesterol—that is, their low-density lipoprotein or LDL—drop 62 percent, to a mean of 78 mg per deciliter. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 28 May 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