carotin

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Noun carotin has 1 sense

provitamin A, carotene, carotin - an orange isomer of an unsaturated hydrocarbon found in many plants; is converted into vitamin A in the liver
--₁ is a kind of provitamin
--₁ has particulars: beta-carotene

Definitions from the Web

< h1 >Carotin

< h2 >Noun

< p >Definition: A red or orange pigment found in plants and fruits, such as carrots and tomatoes, that is a precursor to vitamin A.

< p >Sample Sentence: Eating foods rich in carotin, like carrots and apricots, can help maintain good vision.

< h2 >Adjective

< p >Definition: Relating to or containing carotin.

< p >Sample Sentence: The carotin content of these yellow peppers gives them their vibrant color.

< h2 >Related Products

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