antioxidant
Any substance that slows or prevents the oxidation of another chemicalAny substance that slows or prevents the oxidation of another chemical.
» Honey is a natural sweetener, rich in antioxidants.
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2 sensesAny substance that slows or prevents the oxidation of another chemical.
Antioxidans
антиоксида́нтantioksidánt, антиокисли́тельantiokislítelʹ
substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides
One of a group of vitamins that act against the effects of free radicals.
Examples
16 sentencesHoney is a natural sweetener, rich in antioxidants.
Blueberries contain a large number of antioxidants.
Чорниця містить велику кількість антиоксидантів. — captcrouton
ruЧерника содержит большое количество антиоксидантов. — astru
Red wine is rich in antioxidants.
ruКрасное вино богато антиоксидантами. — Selena777
Figs contain components that have antioxidant properties.
Berries and other plant foods contain many antioxidants.
Translations
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Forms
plural: antioxidants| Singular | antioxidant |
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Antonyms
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