trans-fat

or trans fat

[ trans-fat ]

noun
  1. trans-fatty acids collectively.

Origin of trans-fat

1
1980–85; shortening of trans-fatty acid

Words Nearby trans-fat

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Scientific definitions for trans fat

trans fat

[ trăns ]


  1. A fat containing trans fatty acids.

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