cholesterol /kəˈlɛstəˌrɑːl/ noun Learner's definition of CHOLESTEROL
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: a substance that is found in the bodies of people and animals胆固醇 -
Did your doctor check your cholesterol?医生查你的胆固醇了吗?
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She is on medication to lower her cholesterol. = She is on medication to lower her cholesterol level. [=to lower the amount of cholesterol in her blood]她在服用降胆固醇的药。
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My doctor told me that high cholesterol [=having too much cholesterol in your blood] can lead to serious medical problems such as heart attacks and strokes.医生告诫我说胆固醇高会引发心脏病、中风等严重疾病。