flavonoid
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/ˈfleɪvəˌnɔɪd/
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/ˈfleɪvənɔɪd/
plant metabolites
Etymology
Etymology Information
'flavonoid' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'flavus,' where 'flavus' meant 'yellow.'
Historical Evolution
'flavus' transformed into the modern English word 'flavonoid' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to yellow pigments in plants, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a group of plant metabolites with health benefits.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of plant metabolites thought to provide health benefits through cell signaling pathways and antioxidant effects.
Flavonoids are abundant in fruits and vegetables.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/12 17:43