Triglyceride
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Description
Any naturally occurring ester of glycerol in which all three hydroxyl groups have been replaced with fatty acid ester groups. Triglycerides are the primary components in most animal and vegetable fats and oils. It is stored as an important source of energy.
Synonyms and Related Terms
triglicrido (Esp.); triglycride (Fr.); trigligeride (It)