About The Word Lignin
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Lignin
Lignin Definition And Meaning |
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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
Synonyms | Synonyms for Lignin: Related Terms | Find terms related to Lignin: 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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