pratol

noun

pra·​tol
ˈprāˌtȯl,
-tōl
plural -s
: a crystalline phenolic flavone derivative HOC15H8O2OCH3 found in clover

Word History

Etymology

New Latin pratense (specific epithet of Trifolium pratense, from Latin, neuter of pratensis growing in meadows, from pratum meadow + -ensis -ese) + English -ol

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“Pratol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pratol. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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