tocopherol

n.

Any of a group of closely related, fat-soluble alcohols constituting vitamin E and similar compounds.

[Greek tokos, offspring; see tocology + Greek pherein, to carry + –OL¹.]

(tō-kŏf'ə-rôl', -rōl')
n.

Any of a group of closely related, fat-soluble alcohols that behave similar to vitamin E and are present in milk, lettuce, and wheat germ oil and certain other vegetable oils.

IN BRIEF: n. - A fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
  Synonyms: vitamin E, E

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Vitamin E Mixed Gamma Tocopherol	Tocopherol Alpha Beta Gamma Sale