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Lecithin Definition & Meaning

lecithin
noun
  1. a yellow phospholipid essential for the metabolism of fats; found in egg yolk and in many plant and animal cells; used commercially as an emulsifier

"Lecithin" in song lyrics

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  • "tonalin and soy lecithin"
    AOL — AOL
  • "soya lecithin"
    AOL — AOL
  • "soy lecithin"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does lecithin mean?
a yellow phospholipid essential for the metabolism of fats; found in egg yolk and in many plant and animal cells; used commercially as an emulsifier
What part of speech is lecithin?
Lecithin is a noun.

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