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PRONUNCIATION OF PHYTOCHEMICAL

phytochemical  [ˌfaɪtəʊˈkɛmɪkəl] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF PHYTOCHEMICAL

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Phytochemical can act as a noun and an adjective.
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WHAT DOES PHYTOCHEMICAL MEAN IN ENGLISH?

phytochemical

Phytochemical

Phytochemicals are chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants. Some are responsible for color and other organoleptic properties, such as the deep purple of blueberries and the smell of garlic. The term is generally used to refer to those chemicals that may have biological significance, for example carotenoids or flavonoids, but are not established as essential nutrients.There may be as many as 4,000 different phytochemicals having potential to affect diseases such as cancer, stroke or metabolic syndrome.

Definition of phytochemical in the English dictionary

The definition of phytochemical in the dictionary is of or relating to phytochemistry or phytochemicals. Other definition of phytochemical is a chemical that occurrs naturally in a plant.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH PHYTOCHEMICAL


academical
ˌækəˈdɛmɪkəl
agrichemical
ˈæɡrɪˌkɛmɪkəl
agrochemical
ˌæɡrəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
biochemical
ˌbaɪəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
biogeochemical
ˌbaɪəʊˌdʒiːəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
chemical
ˈkɛmɪkəl
electrochemical
ɪˌlɛktrəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
geochemical
ˌdʒiːəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
mechanochemical
ˌmɛkənəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
neurochemical
ˌnjʊərəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
petrochemical
ˌpɛtrəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
petrochemicals
ˌpɛtrəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
photochemical
ˌfəʊtəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
physicochemical
ˌfɪzɪkəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
psychochemical
ˌsaɪkəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
pyrochemical
ˌpaɪrəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
semiochemical
ˌsɛmɪəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
stereochemical
ˌstɛrɪəʊˈkɛmɪkəl
thermochemical
ˌθɜːməʊˈkɛmɪkəl
zoochemical
ˌzəʊəˈkɛmɪkəl

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE PHYTOCHEMICAL

phytoalexin
phytobenthos
phytochemically
phytochemist
phytochemistry
phytochrome
phytoestrogen
phytoflagellate
phytogeneses
phytogenesis
phytogenetic
phytogenetical
phytogenetically
phytogenic
phytogeny
phytogeographer
phytogeographic
phytogeographical
phytogeography
phytographer

WORDS THAT END LIKE PHYTOCHEMICAL

agronomical
alchemical
anatomical
astronomical
clinical
comical
cytochemical
dynamical
economical
gastronomical
histochemical
hydrodynamical
inimical
microchemical
neuroanatomical
nonchemical
radiochemical
rhythmical
taxonomical
thermodynamical
uneconomical

Synonyms and antonyms of phytochemical in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «phytochemical» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF PHYTOCHEMICAL

Find out the translation of phytochemical to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of phytochemical from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «phytochemical» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

植物化学物质
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

fitoquímico
570 millions of speakers

English

phytochemical
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

phytochemical
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

النباتية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

фитохимический
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

fitoquímica
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

phytochemical
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

phytochimique
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Phytochemical
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

phytochemical
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

植物化学物質
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

생리 활성 물질
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Phytochemical
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

phytochemical
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பைத்தோகெமிக்கலான
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

फायटोकेमिकल
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

fitokimyasal
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

fitochimica
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

fitochemicznych
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

фітохімічний
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

fitochimic
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

φυτοχημικές
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

fitochemiese
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

fytokemiska
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

fytokjemisk
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of phytochemical

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «PHYTOCHEMICAL»

The term «phytochemical» is regularly used and occupies the 92.124 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «PHYTOCHEMICAL» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about phytochemical

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PHYTOCHEMICAL»

Discover the use of phytochemical in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to phytochemical and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Phytochemical Functional Foods
This book assesses the health benefits of phytochemicals, as well as the functional benefits of particular groups of phytochemicals such as phytoestogens, carotenoids and flavonoids.
I. T. Johnson, Gary Williamson, 2003
2
Handbook of Phytochemical Constituents of GRAS Herbs and ...
This volume covers all of the generally-recognized-as-safe (GRAS) herbs and at least 250 important food and medicinal plants.
James A. Duke, 2000
3
High Performance Liquid Chromatography in Phytochemical Analysis
The book looks at the role of HPLC in the analysis of herbal drugs, quality control of plant products in dietary supplements, and chemosystematics.
Monika Waksmundzka-Hajnos, Joseph Sherma, 2010
4
Phytochemical Methods A Guide to Modern Techniques of Plant ...
This comprehensive book constitutes a unique and indispensable practical guide for any phytochemistry or related laboratory, and provides hands-on description of experimental techniques so that students and researchers can become familiar ...
Jeffrey B. Harborne, 1998
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Phytochemical Dictionary: A Handbook of Bioactive Compounds ...
A vast array of natural organic compounds, the products of primary and secondary metabolism, occur in plants. This dictionary provides basic information, including structural formulae, on plant constituents.
Herbert Baxter, J.B. Harborne, Gerald P. Moss, 1998
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Phytochemical Techniques
To help those who are involved in the isolation of compounds from plants, some of the essential phytochemical techniques are included in this book.
Raaman, N., 2006
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Phytochemical Dictionary of the Leguminosae
For each phytochemical occurrence the substance, plant species, plant organ and literature source are given.
Frank Bisby, 1994
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Phytochemical Biopesticides
This volume presents the advances made on phytochemcial biopesticides, covering behavioural, chemical, biochemical and molecular levels of the field.
Opender Koul, G. S. Dhaliwal, 2003
9
Phytochemistry of Medicinal Plants
The papers on this topic assembled in the present volume were presented at the annual meeting of the Phytochemical Society of North America, held in Mexico City, August 15-19, 1994.
John T. Arnason, Rachel Mata, John T. Romeo, 1995
10
Phytochemical Analysis of Ackee (Blighia Sapida) Pods
Additionally, in the 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical assay, the EtOAc fractions of B. sapida pod and seed showed strong DPPH antioxidant activities, and high total phenolic and flavonoids content.
Ainsley A. Parkinson, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PHYTOCHEMICAL»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term phytochemical is used in the context of the following news items.
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Better Curcumin Absorption Substantially Benefits the Immune System
This spice contains a phytochemical called curcumin, which is widely studied due to its powerful therapeutic substances. Better curcumin ... «Digital Journal, Jul 15»
2
Nutrition On The Plains: The dog days of summer and extra virgin …
But extra virgin olive oil is not refined, so it contains phytochemical compounds called polyphenols and tocopherols, which act as powerful ... «Opelika Auburn News, Jul 15»
3
Resurrection Plant Improves Sleep Quality in Cancer Patients
Phytochemical analysis of fraction F4 by HPTLC and NMR indicated presence of activity that resembled Bryophyllin A." Bursts kidney stones ... «AllAfrica.com, Jul 15»
4
Turmeric Believed to Be Effective in Eliminating Man Boobs
This ancient, medicinal spice contains a powerful healing phytochemical called curcumin. This phytochemical is believed to have very strong ... «Digital Journal, Jul 15»
5
Want to Reduce Recalls and AERs? Start with Your Raw Materials …
... barcoding is limited only for authentication, we have worked closely with Christian Krueger, CEO of Complete Phytochemical Solutions, LLC, ... «Natural Products INSIDER, Jul 15»
6
The golden egg yolk: To eat or toss?
And let's not forget about the phytochemical antioxidants zeaxanthin and lutein, which are both members of the carotenoid family. «Capital FM Kenya, Jul 15»
7
Blueberries go beyond fiber and vitamin C
Anthocyanins belong to the flavonoid group of phytochemicals. When you see the word phytochemical think health-promoting foods such as ... «Dayton Daily News, Jul 15»
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4 Kidney Cleansing Drinks You Should Take
Beet Juice. Beets and beet juice contain betaine, a very beneficial phytochemical. It has antioxidant qualities and increases the acidity of urine. «Information Nigeria, Jul 15»
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NORTH COUNTRY KITCHEN: Summer's super fruit: tart cherries
The sour flavor is derived from numerous phytochemical compounds that act as antioxidants have anti-inflammatory properties. Anthocyanins ... «Lake Placid News, Jul 15»
10
Saratoga Farmers' Market Recipe: A berry good time of year
Anthocyanins, the phytochemical in raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries that gives them their color, can reduce the risk of cancer and ... «The Saratogian, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Phytochemical [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/phytochemical>. Apr 2024 ».
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