olein

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Noun olein has 1 sense

triolein, olein - a naturally occuring glyceride of oleic acid that is found in fats and oils
--₁ is a kind of glyceryl ester

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Olein

Noun:

1. A liquid portion of a fat or oil, obtained by the partial or complete removal of solid fats or oils through a process called fractionation.

Sample sentence:

The olein separated from the palm oil during the fractionation process is used in the production of margarine.

Noun:

2. A compound that is the main component of olive oil.

Sample sentence:

The olein in the olive oil is responsible for its high monounsaturated fat content.

Noun:

3. A yellowish liquid found in the seeds of cotton.

Sample sentence:

The extraction of olein from cotton seeds is a significant step in the production of cooking oils.

Adjective:

1. Pertaining to or derived from olein.

Sample sentence:

The olein content in the soap ensures a moisturizing effect on the skin.