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cutin

Syllabification: (cut·in)
Pronunciation: /ˈkyo͞otn/
Definition of cutin

noun

Biochemistry
  • a waxy, water-repellent substance occurring in the cuticle of plants and consisting of highly polymerized esters of fatty acids.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from cutis + -in1

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