Term Name:	lipid storage
Synonyms:	lipid retention, lipid sequestering, lipid sequestration, retention of lipids, sequestering of lipids, sequestration of lipid, sequestration of lipids, storage of lipids
Definition:	The accumulation and maintenance in cells or tissues of lipids, compounds soluble in organic solvents but insoluble or sparingly soluble in aqueous solvents. Lipid reserves can be accumulated during early developmental stages for mobilization and utilization at later stages of development.
Ontology:	GO: Biological Process [GO:0019915]    QuickGO    AmiGO