Meaning of oleic acid in English

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  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

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  1. Noun

    oleic acid

    Definitions

    1. a colorless oily liquid occurring as a glyceride

    Examples

    • « it is the major fatty acid in olive oil and canola oil »
    • « used in making soap and cosmetics and ointments and lubricating oils »

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