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cutin

/kʌtɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does cutin mean?

noun

A type of wax ester found in the cuticle of plants, particularly in the leaves of certain species of plants. It is also known as cuticular wax.

Example

"The scientist studied the properties of cutin in the plant's cuticle."

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