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vitamin

nounfeminine/vitɐˈminɐ/high

vi·ta·mi·na

Definition

Any of a group of organic compounds essential in small quantities for normal growth and nutrition.
Sunlight helps the body produce vitamin D.
A balanced diet should provide all the necessary vitamins.

Etymology

Do latim 'vita' (vida) + sufixo químico '-amina'.

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