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< Antiochus

antiparasitic >

an·ti·ox·i·dant

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NOUN:

A chemical compound or substance that inhibits oxidation.
A substance, such as vitamin E, vitamin C, or beta carotene, thought to protect body cells from the damaging effects of oxidation.

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