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polyphenol

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Any of a large class of organic compounds, of plant origin, having more than one phenol group; they tend to be colourful and to have antioxidant properties.

Equivalents

Españolpolifenol
Françaispolyphénol
DeutschPolyphenol
4 more languages
ગુજરાતીબહુદર્શવ
한국어폴리페놀

Examples

“Fruits, vegetables, whole grains and other plant⟳ foods, like⟳ nuts and legumes, are rich in polyphenols — antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that some research⟳ suggests can support⟳ healthy aging.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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