Lipid
/lˈaɪpəd/
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Definition
(noun) Any of a group of organic compounds including the fats, oils, waxes, sterols, and triglycerides. Lipids are characterized by being insoluble in water, and account for most of the fat present in the human body.
Sentence Examples
The smooth endoplasmic reticulum is the organelle responsible for lipid synthesis.
CEFR Practice Quiz
A ____ is a type of organic compound that is insoluble in water but soluble in various organic solvents.