proteid

See also Proteid

English

Noun

proteid (plural proteids)

1. (biochemistry) A complex biomolecule predominantly made of polypeptides. Found in all living matter.
2. Any organic material rich in proteid molecules considered a dietary source of essential amino acids.
3. (obsolete) A protein.
4. (obsolete) An essential nitrogen-containing component of organic matter.

Adjective

proteid (not comparable)

1. Of or pertaining to proteins.
2. Containing protein.

Anagrams

• diopter
• dioptre
• peridot
• proetid
• protide