chlorogenic acid
noun
chlo·ro·gen·ic acid ˌklȯr-ə-ˈje-nik- 
: a crystalline acid C16H18O9 occurring in various plant parts (such as coffee beans)
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Roasting, for example, reduces the amount of chlorogenic acids, but other antioxidant compounds are formed. 
Dawn Mackeen, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2020 One key component, chlorogenic acid, is a polyphenol found in many fruits and vegetables. Dawn Mackeen, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2020 Eggplant’s chlorogenic acid supports immunity through its antimicrobial and antiviral activities. Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 8 Aug. 2019
Dawn Mackeen, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2020 One key component, chlorogenic acid, is a polyphenol found in many fruits and vegetables. Dawn Mackeen, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2020 Eggplant’s chlorogenic acid supports immunity through its antimicrobial and antiviral activities. Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 8 Aug. 2019 Word History
First Known Use
circa 1889, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
chlorogenic acid
noun
chlo·ro·gen·ic acid ˌklōr-ə-ˌjen-ik-, ˌklȯr-
: a crystalline acid C16H18O9 occurring in various plant parts (as potatoes or coffee beans)