triolein

[ trahy-oh-lee-in ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. olein ( def 1 ).

triolein

/ traɪˈəʊlɪɪn /

noun

1. a naturally occurring glyceride of oleic acid, found in fats and oils. Formula: (C 17 H 33 COO) 3 C 3 H 5 Also calledolein

Word History and Origins

Origin of triolein¹

First recorded in 1850–55; tri- + olein

Example Sentences

According to Oudemans it consists of 63% triolein and 37% tripalmin and tristearin; it is not poisonous.

From Project Gutenberg

Olein (Triolein) is an odourless, colourless, tasteless oil, which rapidly absorbs oxygen and becomes rancid.

From Project Gutenberg