| vervet | <zoology> A South African monkey (Cercopithecus pygerythrus, or Lelandii). The upper parts are grayish green, finely specked with black. The cheeks and belly are reddish white. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| very low density lipoprotein | <biochemistry> A lipoprotein substances (combination of a fat and a protein) which acts as a carrier for cholesterol and fats (particularly triglycerides) in the bloodstream. Elevations in very low density lipoprotein in the bloodstream are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Acronym: VLDL (18 Nov 1997) |
| very poorly drained soil | <ecology> A condition is which water is removed from the soil so slowly that free water remains at or on the surface during most of the growing season. (18 Nov 1997) |