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biotin

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌɪətɪn/

Definition of biotin

noun

[mass noun] Biochemistry
  • a vitamin of the B complex, found in egg yolk, liver, and yeast. It is involved in the synthesis of fatty acids and glucose. Also called vitamin H, especially in North America.

Origin:

1930s: coined in German from Greek bios 'life' + -in1

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Definition of biotin in the US English dictionary