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- [uh-lan-toh-in]
- /əˈlæn toʊ ɪn/
- /ˈalantˌɔɪn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [uh-lan-toh-in]
- /əˈlæn toʊ ɪn/
Definitions of allantoin word
- noun allantoin a substance derived from the secretions of snails and contained in some plants, used in skin care products and valued for its soothing properties 3
- noun allantoin a white powder, C 4 H 6 N 4 O 3 , produced by oxidation of uric acid and the major excretory product of purine degradation in many vertebrates: used medicinally to heal skin ulcers and in lotions, lipsticks, etc., for its soothing effect. 1
- noun allantoin (biochemistry) A diureide of glyoxylic acid, used in various pharmaceutical and cosmetic products; or a derivative of this compound. 1
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Origin of allantoin
First appearance:
before 1835 One of the 34% newest English words
1835-45; allanto(is) + -in2; so named because it is found in the fluid of the allantois
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Parts of speech for Allantoin
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allantoin popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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