Meaning of the word "vitamin K" in English
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vitamin K
US /ˈvaɪ.t̬ə.mɪn keɪ/
UK /ˈvaɪ.t̬ə.mɪn keɪ/
Noun
1.
a group of fat-soluble vitamins that play a role in blood clotting, bone metabolism, and regulating blood calcium levels
Example:
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Leafy green vegetables are a good source of vitamin K.
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Newborns often receive a vitamin K injection to prevent bleeding.
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