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protein meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of protein at MeaningMonkey.org. protein meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.PROTEIN noun
Definition of protein (noun)
- any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes
- "a diet high in protein"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet