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monounsaturated

/mɑːˈnuːsætʃəˌreɪtɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does monounsaturated mean?

adjective

Having one unsaturated bond in the fatty acid chain. Monounsaturated fats are considered healthier than saturated fats.

Example

"The diet emphasized consuming monounsaturated fats found in avocados and olive oil."

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