Caprylin

/ˈkæprɪlɪn/ noun

Definition

Another name for caprylic acid or its chemical derivatives, used in medicine and cosmetics.

Etymology

Variant of caprylic + '-in' suffix (indicating a chemical substance or constituent).

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