Protein

Pronunciation: /ˈproʊˌtiːn/

Protein (noun)

  1. A substance in food that helps build and repair body tissues.
  2. A large molecule made of amino acids, important for many functions in living organisms.

Examples

  • A balanced diet includes enough protein for good health.
  • Protein plays a crucial role in cell structure and function.

Common collocations: high protein, protein source, protein structure, protein synthesis

Synonyms of Protein

Formal

Neutral