lipids

Cultural  

1. A group of organic molecules (see also organic molecule) that includes fats, oils, and waxes. Lipids do not dissolve in water. In animals, including humans, lipids store energy and form parts of cell structures, such as cell membranes.

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Example Sentences

She says that though they have "lookalike packaging", the budget product "doesn't appear very similar in terms of ingredients" and the higher-end formula "seems more complex with barrier lipids and more marine extracts".

From BBC

"The idea is that lipids, which form the surface membrane of the cell, are like building blocks," says Chaix.

From Science Daily

Honeybees feed on pollen and nectar from flowers that contain the nutrients, including lipids called sterols that are necessary for their development.

From BBC

The 14-year-old's digestive system cannot tolerate lipids - fatty compounds or oils which are found in foods - so he has them injected directly into his heart.

From BBC

If you have high blood pressure, diabetes or raised blood lipids you may see some benefit from taking olive leaf extract.

From Salon