How to Pronounce "oleic"
word
oʊˈleɪɪk
oh-LAY-ik
əˈliːɪk
uh-LEE-ik
Definition
Relating to or containing oleic acid, a type of fatty acid commonly found in olive oil and other animal and vegetable fats.
IPA Transcription
American English
oʊˈleɪɪk
British English
əˈliːɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-LAY-ik
UK
uh-LEE-ik
Listen in Context
Olive oil is rich in oleic acid.
Some nuts contain high levels of oleic fats.
The oleic content makes this oil healthier.
They switched to an oleic-rich diet for better heart health.