resveratrol

noun

res·​ver·​a·​trol rez-ˈvir-ə-ˌtrȯl 

-ˌträl,

-ˌtrōl 

: a trihydroxy stilbene derivative C₁₄H₁₂O₃ that is found in some plants, fruits, seeds, and grape-derived products (such as red wine) and has been linked to a reduced risk of coronary heart disease and cancer

Examples of resveratrol in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Better, then, to skip the extra alcohol increase your consumption of resveratrol through supplements. —Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 13 June 2024

Grapes Grapes are a source of anthocyanins and resveratrol, both of which may reduce inflammation. —Amanda MacMillan, Health, 1 June 2024

Additionally, green tea, resveratrol, Quercetin, curcumin and licorice extract are ones to look out for. —Essence, 16 Apr. 2024

Sunscreen Type: Mineral | Key Ingredients: Zinc oxide, rice extracts, vitamin C, resveratrol | Fragrance-Free: Yes Frequently Asked Questions What makes a sunscreen glowy? —Kathleen Suico, Allure, 13 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

probably from resinous + veratr- (from New Latin Veratrum grandiflorum, hellebore in which the substance was found) + -ol entry 1

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

resveratrol

noun

res·​ver·​a·​trol rez-ˈvir-ə-ˌtrȯl  -ˌträl  -ˌtrōl 

: a compound C₁₄H₁₂O₃ that is a trihydroxy trans form of stilbene found in some plants, fruits (as the mulberry), and seeds (as the peanut) and especially in the skin of grapes and certain grape-derived products (as red wine) and that has been linked to a reduced risk of coronary artery disease and cancer