non-lipid
|non-lip-id|
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/nɒn-ˈlɪpɪd/
not containing lipids
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-lipid' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'lipid', which refers to a group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats.
Historical Evolution
'non-lipid' was formed by combining the prefix 'non-' with the word 'lipid' to describe substances or components that do not contain lipids.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not containing lipids', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to or containing lipids.
The non-lipid components of the cell membrane play crucial roles in cell signaling.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 09:58