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piperine

/ˈpɪp.ə.riːn/

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noun

/ˈpɪp.ə.riːn/C2formalscientific
  • ruХимическое соединение, получаемое из перца, особенно чёрного перца, отвечающее за его острый, жгучий вкус.

A chemical compound derived from pepper, particularly black pepper, responsible for its pungent, hot flavor.

uncountable

  1. Alkaloid in pepperC1formalscientific

    A naturally occurring alkaloid found in black pepper and other Piper species, responsible for the pungent, hot taste.

    ruАлкалоид в перце

    • Piperine is the compound that gives black pepper its characteristic heat.
    • The extraction of piperine from peppercorns is used in some traditional medicines.
    • Studies show piperine may enhance the absorption of certain nutrients.