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Noun

saturated fat ‎(plural saturated fats)

1. A fat or oil, from either animal or vegetable sources, containing a high proportion of saturated fatty acids; will typically be solid at room temperature; a diet high in saturated rather than unsaturated fats is thought to contribute to higher levels of cholesterol in the blood.

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Related terms

• polyunsaturated fat
• trans fat
• trans fatty acid
• unsaturated fat