Meaning of the word "vitamin A" in English

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vitamin A

US /ˈvaɪ.t̬ə.mɪn eɪ/
UK /ˈvaɪ.t̬ə.mɪn eɪ/
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Noun

1.

a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for vision, growth, and immune function, found in foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and liver

Example:
Carrots are a good source of vitamin A.
A deficiency in vitamin A can lead to vision problems.
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