adipose (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈædɪpoʊs/
Definition
Consisting of or relating to fat; fatty.
Examples
The scientist studied the function of adipose tissue in metabolism.
Excessive accumulation of adipose cells can lead to obesity.
How to Use adipose
- adipose tissue (collocation)
- The body's fat storage tissue. — "The surgeon removed some excess adipose tissue."
- adipose cells (collocation)
- Individual cells that store fat. — "New research focuses on the regulation of adipose cells."
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