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Lignin

Lignin Meaning & Definition
Lignin Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Lignin?

[n] a complex polymer; the chief non-carbohydrate constituent of wood; binds to cellulose fibers to harden and strengthen cell walls of plants

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See Also | polymer | wood

Lignin In Webster's Dictionary

\Lig"nin\ (l[i^]g"n[i^]n), n. [L. lignum wood: cf. F. lignine.] (Bot.) A substance characterizing wood cells and differing from cellulose in its conduct with certain chemical reagents. Note: Recent authors have distinguished four forms of this substance, naming them lignose, lignin, lignone, and lignireose.

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