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theine


Meanings
  • Noun

    A type of alkaloid found in tea leaves.

    - "Theine is a stimulant that contributes to the energizing effect of tea."
    - "Theine is a psychoactive substance that can increase heart rate and focus."

Variants
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thine
Etymology
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Theine is derived from the Greek word thea, meaning 'goddess', due to the belief that tea was a gift from the gods.


Trivia
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  1. Theine was first identified in the late 1800s.

  2. Theine is also known as theobromine in cocoa and theophylline in coffee.

  3. Theine can be synthesized from theine in the lab.


Related Concepts
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  1. Caffeine: Theine and caffeine are similar in structure and effects. Theine is a precursor to caffeine in tea leaves.

  2. Tea: Theine is most commonly found in tea leaves, making tea the primary source of theine consumption.


Culture
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Theine has been an integral part of human culture for thousands of years, particularly in the form of tea. It has been used for various purposes, including religious and medicinal ones.

How to Memorize "theine"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a cup of tea steeping. Visualize the tea leaves releasing theine into the water.

  2. associate

    - Associate theine with energy and focus, as it is a stimulant.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Theine: The Goddess Inside' to remember its meaning.


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