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Noun

1. 1
   A plant pigment that is an isomer of carotene, found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits and important in the diet as a precursor of vitamin A. uncountable
2. 2
   an isomer of carotene that is found in dark green and dark yellow fruits and vegetables wordnet

Example

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"Beta-carotene also helps to keep your skin healthy and young-looking."

Etymology

From beta + carotene.

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