Definitions

1. noun

A type of compound found in certain marine sponges, used as a source of bioactive compounds.

“The researchers studied the liparoid compounds extracted from the marine sponge to understand their potential medicinal properties.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling liparoids, especially in having bioactive properties.

“The scientist was interested in the liparoid-like compounds found in the new species of sponge.”