polyphenol
|pol-y-phe-nol|
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/ˌpɒliˈfiːnɒl/
plant-based antioxidants
Etymology
Etymology Information
'polyphenol' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'polus' meaning 'many' and 'phaino' meaning 'to show'.
Historical Evolution
'polus' and 'phaino' combined to form the modern English word 'polyphenol'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'many phenols', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of chemical compound found in plants, characterized by the presence of more than one phenol unit per molecule. Polyphenols are known for their antioxidant properties.
Polyphenols are abundant in fruits, vegetables, tea, and wine.
Synonyms
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