CEFR C1

biolipid

noun

Meaning

A lipid molecule that is a component of all living cells, such as phospholipids and glycolipids, that form cell membranes.

Examples

  • The research focused on the structure and function of various biolipids within the cell membrane.
  • Scientists are studying how changes in biolipid composition can affect cell signaling.

Synonyms: lipid, fatty molecule