citrulline
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cit·rul·line
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Definition of citrulline
: a crystalline amino acid C6H13N3O3 formed especially as an intermediate in the conversion of ornithine to arginine
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What’s more, watermelon has an amino acid called l-citrulline, which may diminish muscle soreness after intense exercise. — NBC News, "8 summer superfoods to eat after a tough workout," 11 July 2018 Most notably, citrulline converts to arginine, which is vital to the heart and improves circulation, according to Texas A&M's Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center. — Rebecca Shinners, Country Living, "Here's Why You Should Be Eating Watermelon Rind," 2 June 2017 Recent research also suggests that inside the rind there are high doses of citrulline, a compound linked to a range of benefits. — Rebecca Shinners, Country Living, "Here's Why You Should Be Eating Watermelon Rind," 2 June 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'citrulline.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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citrulline
noun
cit·rul·line
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Medical Definition of citrulline
: a crystalline amino acid C6H13N3O3 formed especially as an intermediate in the conversion of ornithine to arginine in the living system