Lipophilicity

Definition 1

Lipophilicity represents the affinity of a molecule or a moiety for a lipophilic environment. It is commonly measured by its distribution behavior in a biphasic system, either liquid-liquid or solid-liquid, or thin-layer chromatography system. (from Pure Appl. Chem., 70, 1129-1143 (1998)) (NCI Thesaurus)

Definition 2

Able to dissolve, be dissolved in, or absorb lipids (fats). (NCI Dictionary)

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