# carotene

/ˈkɛɹəˌtin/ (US) · /kˈæɹəʊtˌiːn/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/carotene
Updated: 2026-10-19

## Definition

an orange-red natural colour found in carrots, sweet potatoes and other vegetables. Your body turns it into vitamin A, which is good for your eyes.

For teachers: an orange-red plant pigment in the carotenoid group, abundant in carrots, leafy greens and other fruits and vegetables. Serves in human nutrition as a precursor converted to vitamin A.

## Examples

- Carrots contain carotene that helps keep your eyes healthy.
- She eats sweet potatoes and spinach regularly to get more carotene for healthy skin and vision.
- Researchers link diets rich in carotene from colourful vegetables to better eye health in later life.

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