linoleic acid
noun
lin·o·le·ic acid ˌli-nə-ˈlē-ik- 
-ˈlā-
-ˈlā- : a liquid unsaturated fatty acid C18H32O2 found especially in semidrying oils (such as corn oil) and essential for the nutrition of some animals
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Made with a blend of aloe leaf extract, soybean oil, and linoleic acid (known to help inflammation), this makeup also provides some of the nourishment of skincare products. 
Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 24 Aug. 2022 Corn contributes vitamins and minerals and is a rich source of linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that dogs must get in their diets, according to the Cummings Veterinary Medical Center at Tufts University. Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 22 May 2022 Formulated with grape seed oil, omega-6 linoleic acid, shea butter, vetiver and myrrh oil, this shaving cream targets all the areas that may become prone to red, dry and irritated skin. The Salt Lake Tribune, 16 May 2022 Grape-seed oil is high in moisturizing vitamin E and linoleic acid, also known as omega-6 fatty acid, which acts as an anti-inflammatory agent that calms blemishes and retains moisture. Cristina Montemayor, SELF, 28 Mar. 2022 Ingredients to look for: Hyaluronic acid, phospholipids, linoleic acid, glycerin, ceramides, jojoba oil, humectants, PHAs, and AHAs. Nateisha Scott, Allure, 19 Mar. 2022 Rosehip and grapeseed are also rich in linoleic acid, an essential omega-6 fatty acid that acts as a building block for ceramides, an important moisturizing element that fortifies our skin's barrier. Megan Mcintyre, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2022 Like the name says, this no-frills oil is nothing but pure rose hip seed oil and all its vitamin A and linoleic acid goodness. Megan Mcintyre, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2022 Fromowitz adds that grapeseed oil's linoleic acid can also improve the barrier function of the skin and diminish redness, thanks to being anti-inflammatory. Marci Robin, Allure, 7 Sep. 2021 See More
Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 24 Aug. 2022 Corn contributes vitamins and minerals and is a rich source of linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that dogs must get in their diets, according to the Cummings Veterinary Medical Center at Tufts University. Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 22 May 2022 Formulated with grape seed oil, omega-6 linoleic acid, shea butter, vetiver and myrrh oil, this shaving cream targets all the areas that may become prone to red, dry and irritated skin. The Salt Lake Tribune, 16 May 2022 Grape-seed oil is high in moisturizing vitamin E and linoleic acid, also known as omega-6 fatty acid, which acts as an anti-inflammatory agent that calms blemishes and retains moisture. Cristina Montemayor, SELF, 28 Mar. 2022 Ingredients to look for: Hyaluronic acid, phospholipids, linoleic acid, glycerin, ceramides, jojoba oil, humectants, PHAs, and AHAs. Nateisha Scott, Allure, 19 Mar. 2022 Rosehip and grapeseed are also rich in linoleic acid, an essential omega-6 fatty acid that acts as a building block for ceramides, an important moisturizing element that fortifies our skin's barrier. Megan Mcintyre, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2022 Like the name says, this no-frills oil is nothing but pure rose hip seed oil and all its vitamin A and linoleic acid goodness. Megan Mcintyre, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2022 Fromowitz adds that grapeseed oil's linoleic acid can also improve the barrier function of the skin and diminish redness, thanks to being anti-inflammatory. Marci Robin, Allure, 7 Sep. 2021 See More Word History
Etymology
Greek linon flax + International Scientific Vocabulary oleic (acid)
First Known Use
1857, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
linoleic acid
noun
lin·ole·ic acid ˌlin-ə-ˌlē-ik- -ˌlā-
-ˌlā- : a liquid unsaturated fatty acid C18H32O2 found especially in semidrying oils (as peanut oil) and essential for the nutrition of some animals
called also linolic acid