bixin
English edit
Etymology edit
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Pronunciation edit
- Rhymes: -ɪksɪn
Noun edit
bixin (countable and uncountable, plural bixins)
- (organic chemistry) An apocarotenoid that is the active ingredient of annatto.
Synonyms edit
- E160b (when used as a food colouring)