CHOLINE


Meaning of CHOLINE in English

[ 'kəʊli:n , -lɪn ]

■ noun Biochemistry a strongly basic compound important in the synthesis and transport of lipids in the body.

Origin

C19: coined in Ger. from Gk kholē 'bile'.

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