Meaning of lutein in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈludiən/

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  1. Noun

    lutein

    Etymology

    mid 19th century: from Latin luteum‘yolk of egg’ (neuter of luteus‘yellow’) + -in

    Definitions

    1. yellow carotenoid pigments in plants and animal fats and egg yolks

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