purine
/ˈpjʊriːn/
noun
- A type of chemical compound found in many foods and in the body, which breaks down into uric acid.
- People with gout are often advised to avoid foods high in purine, like red meat and shellfish.
- The doctor explained that purine levels in the blood can affect kidney health.
- Purine is a natural substance found in the cells of plants and animals.