xanthophyll en · NOUN
Etymology
From xantho- + -phyll.
Meanings
- (countable) Any of various hydroxy, carbonyl or carboxylic acid derivatives of carotenes.
- (uncountable) Lutein.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| xanthophylls | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| xanthophyl | alternative, dated | lexicographic |
Deriveds
xanthophyllous · xanthophyllic
Synonyms
lutein (the specific compound) · phylloxanthin (class of compounds derived from carotenes)
Translations (1)
tl dilawdinsol (Translations)