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Butyrin

Description:

Butyrin is a triglyceride consisting of three butyric acid molecules attached to a glycerol molecule. It is a fatty acid ester commonly found in animal fats and vegetable oils.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. Chemistry: A triglyceride compound made up of three butyric acid molecules.

Usages:

1. Common usage in culinary arts.
2. Widely used in the production of food additives and flavors.
3. Can be a component of certain pharmaceutical preparations.

Sample Sentences:

• The recipe calls for adding a teaspoon of butyrin to enhance the flavor of the dish.
• Butyrin can be extracted from animal fats like butter or lard.
• The production of butyrin for industrial purposes has significantly increased over the years.

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