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Reichstein

Noun

Sense 1: A German surname derived from the combination of "reich," meaning prosperous or rich, and "stein," meaning stone. It may refer to a person or group of people.

Example Sentence: The Reichstein family has been living in this town for generations.

Noun

Sense 2: A type of synthetic compound called a triterpenoid that is commonly found in various plants. It is known for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Example Sentence: Researchers have discovered high levels of Reichstein in the leaves of this medicinal plant.

Adjective

Sense 1: Relating to or characteristic of the works or ideas of the Swiss chemist Tadeus Reichstein, who received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1950 for his work on adrenal cortex hormones.

Example Sentence: The Reichstein theory proposed significant advancements in the field of endocrinology.

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