Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈkoʊliːn/
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ˈkoʊliːn
Pronunciation notes
- US
Noun
A hydroxy quaternary ammonium compound with formula (CH₃)₃N⁺CH₂CH₂OHX⁻. It is an essential nutrient for cardiovascular and brain health and for cell membrane formation.
Usage- Uncountable
- usually
Noun
a B-complex vitamin that is a constituent of lecithin; essential in the metabolism of fat