Proteinaceous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Proteinaceous is an adjective meaning Of, pertaining to, or consisting of protein.
Meaning
Of, pertaining to, or consisting of protein.
Example Sentences
By enabling delivery fo active components beneath the skin, the sting and venom opened a bonanza of opportunities for the evolution of highly specific and active components, particularly proteinaceous materials.
A few types of molecules get sensed by receptors on the tongue. Protons coming off of acids ping receptors for "sour." Sugars get received as "sweet." Bitter, salty, and the proteinaceous flavor umami all set off their own neural cascades.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include protein, proteinacious, proteid, proteinuric, polypeptidic, scleroproteinaceous.
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