lipoferous

/ˌlaɪəˈfɪərəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or characterized by fatty degeneration, especially of the liver.

“The patient’s lipoferous condition was a result of years of heavy drinking.”

2. noun

A substance producing or characterized by fatty degeneration, especially of the liver.

“The doctor analyzed the patient’s lipoferous sample to diagnose the condition.”

Synonyms

  • steatogenous
  • steatotic

Antonyms

  • lipolytic
  • lipophagic