antioxidant

an·ti·ox·i·dant  (nt-ks-dnt, nt-)

n.

1. A chemical compound or substance that inhibits oxidation.

2. A substance, such as vitamin E, vitamin C, or beta carotene, thought to protect body cells from the damaging effects of oxidation.

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antioxidant

Noun

Chem a substance that slows down the process of oxidation

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antioxidant  (nt-ks-dnt, nt-)

A chemical compound or substance that inhibits oxidation. Certain vitamins, such as vitamin E, are antioxidants and may protect body cells from damage caused by the oxidative effects of free radicals.

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Noun

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antioxidant - substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides glutathione peroxidase - an enzyme in the body that is a powerful scavenger of free radicals atomic number 34, Se, selenium - a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts electricity better in the light than in the dark and is used in photocells; occurs in sulfide ores (as pyrite) carotenoid - any of a class of highly unsaturated yellow to red pigments occurring in plants and animals inhibitor - a substance that retards or stops an activity rust inhibitor - antioxidant that inhibits the formation of rust beta-naphthol - an isomer of naphthol used in rubber as an antioxidant E, tocopherol, vitamin E - a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body ascorbic acid, vitamin C, C - a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy