flavone
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/ˈfleɪvoʊn/
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/ˈfleɪvəʊn/
plant pigment compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'flavone' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'flavus,' meaning 'yellow.'
Historical Evolution
'flavus' transformed into the French word 'flavone,' and eventually became the modern English word 'flavone.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'yellow,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific chemical compound.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a colorless crystalline compound that is the basis of a number of white or yellow plant pigments.
Flavone is found in many plants and contributes to their pigmentation.
Synonyms
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