noun
- A colorless, oily liquid ester formed by the reaction of butyric acid and glycerol; a component of butter and other fats.
Usage: chemistry; also called tributyrin
Examples
- Butyrin is one of the triglycerides found naturally in butter.
- The chemical structure of butyrin consists of three butyric acid molecules bonded to glycerol.
- Butyrin contributes to the flavor and texture of dairy products.
- In the laboratory, butyrin can be synthesized by esterification of butyric acid and glycerol.