Tannin: meaning, definitions and examples
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tannin
[ หtรฆnษชn ]
chemistry, biology
Tannin is a type of polyphenolic compound found in various plants. It plays a crucial role in the astringency of certain foods and beverages, such as wine and tea. Tannins can bind with proteins and other macromolecules, which can affect taste and texture.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The tannin in red wine can give it a bold flavor.
- Tea often contains tannins that can lead to a slightly bitter taste.
- The astringent properties of tannins are used in leather tanning.
Translations
Translations of the word "tannin" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tanino
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคจเคฟเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Tannin
๐ฎ๐ฉ tannin
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฐะฝัะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ tanin
๐ฏ๐ต ใฟใณใใณ
๐ซ๐ท tanin
๐ช๐ธ tanino
๐น๐ท tanin
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุชุงููู
๐จ๐ฟ tanin
๐ธ๐ฐ tanรญn
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅฎ
๐ธ๐ฎ tanin
๐ฎ๐ธ tannรญn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะฝะฝะธะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tannin
๐ฒ๐ฝ tanino
Etymology
The word 'tannin' is derived from the French word 'tanne', which means 'to tan', referring to the process of converting animal hides into leather. The name highlights the compound's historical association with the tanning of leather, where its astringent properties were utilized to preserve animal skins. Tannins have been recognized for centuries and were used by ancient civilizations for the preservation of leather and textiles. As scientific understanding of plant compounds progressed, tannins were identified for their roles in various biological functions and their impact on flavor profiles in foods and beverages. The term 'tannin' has been part of the scientific vocabulary since the late 18th century, as chemists began to classify and study these important compounds.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,055, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 18055 tannin
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- 18057 opportunistic
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