lipid

BrE /ˈlɪpɪd/ AmE /ˈlɪpɪd/

noun en → es

1 CHEMISTRY [singular] C1

a type of fat or oil that is an important part of the structure and function of living cells

lípido, grasa, aceite

Collocations lipid metabolism · lipid profile

  • The lipid content of the cell membrane is crucial for its function.

    El contenido de lípidos en la membrana celular es crucial para su función.