terpenoid
noun
a class of hydrocarbons derived from isoprene.
terpenoids
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pluralof terpenoid.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The modified plants produced significantly more anthocyanins and terpenoids in ripe fruit, yet showed no differences in growth, fruit size, or sugar content compared to normal plants.
From Science Daily ● May 5, 2026
At the same time, nearly half of the detected terpenoids increased.
From Science Daily ● May 5, 2026
Pears, especially red varieties, contain an array of health-promoting phytochemicals, notably antioxidant polyphenols and terpenoids, which have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties and may have benefits for blood sugar.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 13, 2023
Modern scientists have studied black elderberry and found that it contains numerous polyphenols and terpenoids.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 7, 2022
He was particularly interested in molecules known as terpenoids, like artemisinin, which treats malaria; taxol, an anticancer drug; and prostratin, a potential anti-HIV compound.
From Time Magazine Archive
