xanthione

/zænθiːˈoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical compound that was proposed as a possible intermediate in the biosynthesis of cholesterol.

“Some scientists studied xanthione as a potential clue to how the human body synthesizes cholesterol.”

Synonyms

  • cholesterol intermediate
  • cholesterol precursor

Antonyms

  • cholesterol antagonist
  • cholesterol inhibitor