XANTHOPHYLL


Meaning of XANTHOPHYLL in English

[ 'zanθə(ʊ)fɪl ]

■ noun Biochemistry a yellow or brown carotenoid plant pigment which causes the autumn colours of leaves.

Origin

C19: from Gk xanthos 'yellow' + phullon 'leaf'.

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