Definition of Vitamin e

1. Noun. A fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body.

Exact synonyms: E, Tocopherol
Specialized synonyms: Alpha-tocopheral
Generic synonyms: Antioxidant, Fat-soluble Vitamin

Medical Definition of Vitamin e

1. Functions as an antioxidant, binds oxygen free radicals that can cause tissue damage, may also play a protective role in the coronary arteries from the damaging effects of cholesterol. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Vitamin E

vitamin C
vitamin C
vitamin C deficiency
vitamin C test
vitamin C unit
vitamin D
vitamin D
vitamin d-binding protein
vitamin d-resistant rickets
vitamin D2
vitamin D3
vitamin D deficiency
vitamin D milk
vitamin D unit
vitamin E
vitamin E
vitamin e deficiency
vitamin E unit
vitamin F
vitamin G
vitamin G
vitamin H
vitamin H
vitamin K
vitamin K
vitamin K1
vitamin K1
vitamin K2
vitamin K2(35)
vitamin K3

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