Hdl

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /eɪʧ diː ɛl/

Definitions of HDL

noun HDL is a type of lipoprotein that carries cholesterol from the body's tissues to the liver for excretion.

Example Sentences

A1 HDL is a type of cholesterol that is considered good for your health.

A2 Doctors often check HDL levels to assess a person's risk of heart disease.

B1 Increasing your HDL levels can help lower your risk of cardiovascular problems.

B2 Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help raise HDL levels in the body.

C1 Research has shown a strong correlation between high HDL levels and a reduced risk of heart attacks.

C2 Individuals with genetically high levels of HDL are less likely to develop heart disease.

Examples of HDL in a Sentence

formal High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is often referred to as 'good' cholesterol because it helps remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream.

informal My doctor said my HDL levels are looking good, so I must be doing something right!

slang I need to up my HDL game by eating more avocados and nuts.

figurative Having high levels of HDL is like having a team of superheroes in your blood, fighting off the bad guys.

Grammatical Forms of HDL

past tense

HDLed

plural

HDLs

comparative

more HDL

superlative

most HDL

present tense

HDL

future tense

will HDL

perfect tense

have HDLed

continuous tense

is HDLing

singular

HDL

positive degree

HDL

infinitive

to HDL

gerund

HDLing

participle

HDLed

Origin and Evolution of HDL

First Known Use: 1950 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: HDL stands for High-Density Lipoprotein, a type of cholesterol that is considered 'good' for the body.
Evolution of the word: The term HDL was first used in the medical field to describe a specific type of cholesterol that was found to have beneficial effects on heart health. Over time, as research on cholesterol and its effects on the body advanced, the understanding of HDL's role in cardiovascular health became more refined, leading to its current classification as 'good' cholesterol.