: a monounsaturated fatty acid C18H34O2 obtained from natural fats and oils
Examples of oleic acid in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
This type of oil is higher in oleic acid, an omega-9 fatty acid.
—
Lindsey Desoto, Health, 28 Apr. 2025
Its high concentration of oleic acid keeps moisture in, plus vitamins A, C and E protect lips from sun exposure and oxidative stress.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Research shows that omega-9 fats, like oleic acid, may help reduce inflammation and aid in heart health.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 18 Mar. 2025
Balance cholesterol Black olives contain oleic acid, an unsaturated fat that contributes to maintaining normal blood cholesterol levels.
—Violeta Valdés, Vogue, 1 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for oleic acid
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Lindsey Desoto, Health, 28 Apr. 2025
Its high concentration of oleic acid keeps moisture in, plus vitamins A, C and E protect lips from sun exposure and oxidative stress.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Research shows that omega-9 fats, like oleic acid, may help reduce inflammation and aid in heart health.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 18 Mar. 2025
Balance cholesterol Black olives contain oleic acid, an unsaturated fat that contributes to maintaining normal blood cholesterol levels.
—Violeta Valdés, Vogue, 1 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for oleic acid
Cite this Entry
“Oleic acid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oleic%20acid. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share