A biochemical compound consisting of a protein combined with a lipid, such as a triglyceride or cholesterol, which allows fats to be transported in the bloodstream.
lipo+protein
Shared component: lipo · fat
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lipo
fat
Related forms: lipo · 3 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesA medical operation to remove unwanted fat from a person's body using suction.
lipo+suction
Shared component: lipo · fat
lipophilicExtended relation
Having an affinity for or tending to combine with fats, oils, or lipids.
lipo+phil+ic
Extended relation: lipo · fat