Amyloid
Pronunciation: /ˈæmɪˌlɔɪd/
Amyloid (noun)
- A protein that can build up in organs and tissues, often linked to diseases.
Examples
- Amyloid can accumulate in organs, causing damage.
- Doctors study amyloid to understand its role in diseases.
Common collocations: amyloid plaque, reduce amyloid, amyloid accumulation