Protein - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˈprəʊtiːn|
Brit.
|ˈprəʊtiːn|
noun
- any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes
a diet high in protein
Extra examples
You need more protein in your diet.
These foods are an excellent source of protein.
These foods have all of the essential proteins.
DNA-binding protein
Beans are a very good source of protein.
Protein digests in a few hours
Word forms
noun
singular: protein
plural: proteins
singular: protein
plural: proteins
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