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bioflavonoid Definition

bio·fla·vo·noid (-flā′və no̵id′, -flav′ə-)

noun

any of a group of biologically active flavone compounds that may help maintain the blood's capillary walls, reducing the likelihood of hemorrhaging: widely found in plants, esp. citrus fruits

bioflavonoid Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • citrus: Rutin -- A citrus bioflavonoid that prevents free radical damage.

Modifies a noun

  • complex: Ordinary vitamin C supplements contain " citrus bioflavonoid complex.