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Definition of Phloretin

1. n. A bitter white crystalline substance obtained by the decomposition of phlorizin, and formerly used to some extent as a substitute for quinine.

Definition of Phloretin

1. Noun. The phloroglucin ester of paraoxyhydratropic acid, found in the leaves of apple trees. ¹

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Medical Definition of Phloretin

1. A bitter white crystalline substance obtained by the decomposition of phlorizin, and formerly used to some extent as a substitute for quinine. Origin: From Phlorizin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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