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antinutrient

[an-tee-noo-tree-uhnt, -nyoo-, an-tahy-]

noun

Biochemistry.

  1. a substance that interferes with the utilization of one or more nutrients by the body, as oxalate and phytate, which prevent calcium absorption.

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Other Word Forms

  • antinutritive adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of antinutrient1

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antinukeAntioch

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