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entity go
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
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unit, building block go
a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else
a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else
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lipid, lipide, lipoid
an oily organic compound insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents
an oily organic compound insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents
noun.substance
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fat go
a soft greasy substance occurring in organic tissue and consisting of a mixture of lipids (mostly triglycerides)
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triglyceride go
glyceride occurring naturally in animal and vegetable tissues
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oil go
a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water
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phospholipid go
any of various compounds composed of fatty acids and phosphoric acid and a nitrogenous base
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wax go
any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin