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单词 alliin
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Definition of alliin in English:

alliin

(also allin)
noun ˈalɪɪn
Biochemistry
  • 1A substance found in garlic, originally thought to be a glucoside. Now disused.

  • 2An amino acid found in garlic and other species of the genus Allium, which when brought into contact with the enzyme alliinase (e.g. by crushing a garlic clove), is converted to the strong-smelling compound allicin.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Journal of the Chemical Society.

Definition of alliin in US English:

alliin

(also allin)
nounˈalɪɪn
Biochemistry
  • 1A substance found in garlic, originally thought to be a glucoside. Now disused.

  • 2An amino acid found in garlic and other species of the genus Allium, which when brought into contact with the enzyme alliinase (e.g. by crushing a garlic clove), is converted to the strong-smelling compound allicin.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Journal of the Chemical Society.

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