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Christiaan Eijkman

Definition:

Christiaan Eijkman was a Dutch physician and Nobel laureate who discovered the cause of beriberi, a disease affecting the nervous system. His findings revolutionized the understanding of nutrition and led to the discovery of essential vitamins.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A Dutch physician and Nobel laureate known for discovering the cause of beriberi and revolutionizing the understanding of nutrition.

Example sentence: Christiaan Eijkman's groundbreaking research on beriberi played a crucial role in improving public health.

Sense 2 (Proper noun):

A male given name of Dutch origin.

Example sentence: Christiaan Eijkman's contributions to medicine have left a lasting legacy in the scientific community.

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