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cutin

Pronunciation: /ˈkjuːtɪn/

Definition of cutin

noun

[mass noun] Biochemistry
  • a waxy water-repellent substance in the cuticle of plants, consisting of highly polymerized esters of fatty acids.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from cutis + -in1

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Definition of cutin in the US English dictionary