squalene

English

/ˈskweɪliːn/

noun
Definitions
  • (organic compound) A linear triterpene hydrocarbon found in shark liver oil and in human sebum; it plays a role in the biosynthesis of steroids.

Etymology

Derived from Latin squālus (dirty, shark, unkempt).

Origin

Latin

squālus

Gloss

dirty, shark, unkempt

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