vitamin B1

American  

noun

1. thiamine.

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vitamin B1 British  

noun

1. another name for thiamine

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vitamin B1 Scientific  

1. See thiamine

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Etymology

Origin of vitamin B1

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

The most notable discovery emerged when researchers focused on two high-priority genes connected to vitamin B1 biology.

From Science Daily

"I believe all women who have hyperemesis should be given vitamin B1 to avoid this serious brain swelling that can lead to permanent brain damage and often leads to fetal death," Fejzo says.

From Science Daily

In our study, we specifically targeted the increase in vitamin B1 content in the endosperm,'' explains Teresa Fitzpatrick, first author of the study.

From Science Daily

Oregon State University researchers have discovered vitamin B1 produced by microbes in rivers, findings that may offer hope for vitamin-deficient salmon populations.

From Science Daily

The disease, which is caused by a deficiency of vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, is preventable and reversible.

From Los Angeles Times