folacin

noun

fo·​la·​cin ˈfō-lə-sən How to pronounce folacin (audio)

Word History

Etymology

folic acid + -in

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of folacin was in 1949

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Cite this Entry

“Folacin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/folacin. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

folacin

noun
fo·​la·​cin ˈfō-lə-sən How to pronounce folacin (audio)

Medical Definition

folacin

noun
fo·​la·​cin ˈfō-lə-sən How to pronounce folacin (audio)

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