protein

• Substantivo que designa uma macromolécula complexa formada por cadeias de aminoácidos, essencial para a estrutura, o funcionamento e a regulação das células, tecidos e órgãos do organismo. Também se refere a esse tipo de substância presente nos alimentos, importante para a nutrição.

A noun referring to a large, complex molecule composed of amino acids, essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs.

1. Biological moleculeB2formalscientific

   A large, complex molecule made up of amino acids, essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs.

   Molécula biológica

   • Meat, eggs, and beans are rich sources of protein.
   • Proteins play a crucial role in muscle repair and growth.
   • The scientist studied the structure of the protein using X-ray crystallography.

   Sinônimospolypeptide

2. Dietary nutrientA2informalculinary

   A nutrient found in food that is essential for growth and repair of the body.

   Nutriente proteico

   • You should eat more protein to build muscle.
   • This smoothie is packed with protein from yogurt and nuts.
   • She follows a high-protein diet for weight loss.