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xanthin
[ zan-thin ]
/ ˈzæn θɪn /
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noun
the part of the coloring matter in yellow flowers that is insoluble in water.Compare xanthein.
a yellow coloring matter in madder.
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Words nearby xanthin
xanthene, xanthene dye, Xanthian, xanthic, xanthic acid, xanthin, xanthine, xanthinuria, Xanthippe, xanthism, xantho-
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How to use xanthin in a sentence
The xanthin group is almost without any excitatory action, and its metabolic end products are constant.
All About Coffee|William H. UkersXanthin and catechol browns are pleasing in appearance, but their effect is less rich than that obtained with potash.
The Decoration of Leather|Georges de RcyIn the roots three coloring matters are obtained: alizarin and purpurin, which are both red, and xanthin, which is yellow.
Rugs: Oriental and Occidental, Antique & Modern|Rosa Belle Holt
British Dictionary definitions for xanthin
xanthin
/ (ˈzænθɪn) /
noun
any of a group of yellow or orange carotene derivatives that occur in the fruit and flowers of certain plants
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