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rutin Definition

ru·tin (ro̵̅o̅t′'n)

noun

a yellowish, powdery bioflavonoid, CHO, found in many plants, esp. buckwheat and tobacco

rutin Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • call: The key cardiovascular-supporting agent in this tonic is hawthorn. which contains a bioflavonoid, or plant chemical, called rutin.
  • include: Citrus bioflavonoids: include rutin, hesperidin, quercitin and naringin.Green Tea Polyphenols: great anti-oxidants include catechin and epigallocatechin gallate.

Adjective modifier

flavonoid: Many years ago, the flavonoid rutin was reported to increase the effectiveness of conventional medication in people with glaucoma.

Browse dictionary entries near rutin

  1. ‹ rutile
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  6. ‹ Rutherford atom
  7. ‹ rutherford
  8. ‹ ruthenium
  9. ‹ ruthenious
  10. ‹ ruthenic
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