noun
One of two types of fatty tissue in mammals, composed of white, lipid-filled cells that provide insulation and mechanical cushioning and store triglycerides that are converted into energy for body metabolism.
white fat
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white fat - Medical Definition
n.
One of two types of fatty tissue in mammals, composed of white, lipid-filled cells that provide insulation and mechanical cushioning and store triglycerides that are converted into energy for body metabolism.
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