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inulin

Syllabification: (in·u·lin)
Pronunciation: /ˈinyəlin/
Definition of inulin

noun

Biochemistry
  • a complex of sugar present in the roots of various plants and used medically to test kidney function. It is a polysaccharide based on fructose.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Latin inula (identified by medieval herbalists with elecampane) + -in1

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