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Definition of Proteid
1. n. One of a class of amorphous nitrogenous principles, containing, as a rule, a small amount of sulphur; an albuminoid, as blood fibrin, casein of milk, etc. Proteids are present in nearly all animal fluids and make up the greater part of animal tissues and organs. They are also important constituents of vegetable tissues. See 2d Note under Food.
Definition of Proteid
1. Noun. (biochemistry) A complex biomolecule predominantly made of polypeptides. Found in all living matter. ¹
2. Noun. Any organic material rich in proteid molecules considered a dietary source of essential amino acids. ¹
3. Noun. (obsolete) A protein. ¹
4. Noun. (obsolete) An essential nitrogen-containing component of organic matter. ¹
5. Adjective. Of or pertaining to proteins. ¹
6. Adjective. Containing protein. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Proteid
1. protein [n -S] - See also: protein
Lexicographical Neighbors of Proteid
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