Sign in
Enter the word for search

protein

UK
/ˈprəʊtiːn/
US
/ˈproʊtiːn/

Translations

proteinnoun
proteins
pl
Proteins are essential for building muscle.
Белки необходимы для наращивания мышечной массы.
Whey protein is a popular supplement among athletes.
Сывороточный протеин является популярной добавкой среди спортсменов.
Additional translations
протеиновое соединение
белковое вещество
Synonyms
amino acid chain
nutrient
biomolecule
polypeptide
proteinadjective
UK
/ˈprəʊtiːn/
US
/ˈproʊtiːn/
Used attributively to denote relation to or richness in protein; generally non-gradable.
Synonyms
proteic
proteinaceous
proteid
protein-rich
peptidic

Definitions

proteinnoun
A molecule composed of amino acids that is an essential part of all living organisms, especially as structural components of body tissues such as muscle, hair, etc., and as enzymes and antibodies.
Proteins are crucial for the repair and growth of tissues in the body.
A type of nutrient found in food that is necessary for the growth and repair of body tissues.
Eggs are a good source of protein and are often included in a balanced diet.
proteinadjective
Relating to, containing, or rich in protein.
Athletes often consume protein shakes to increase their daily protein intake.
OverviewPhrasesLibraryExamplesAI ExpertDictionaries