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sterol Definition


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sterol
noun
    1. biochem.
      Any of a group of colourless waxy solid steroid alcohols that are found in plants, animals and fungi, eg cholesterol.
Etymology: Early 20c: a shortening of cholesterol, ergosterol, etc.



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