Linoleic
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌlɪn.ə(ʊ)ˈliː.ɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Linoleic is an adjective meaning Of, or derived from linoleum, or linseed oil.
Meaning
Of, or derived from linoleum, or linseed oil.
More Meanings
- (chemistry) designating an organic fatty acid, a thin yellow oil, found combined as an ester of glycerol in oils of linseed, poppy, hemp, and certain nuts; it is a polyunsaturated fatty acid with 18 carbon atoms and two double bonds.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include oleic, linolenic, ricinoleic, oleaceous, oleous, oleolytic.
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