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protein

nounfemininetécnico/pɾuˈtɐjnɐ/high

pro·te·i·na

Definition

A macromolecule composed of amino acids, essential for life.
Meat is rich in protein.
Proteins are necessary for muscle growth.
Common collocations
animal proteinplant proteinprotein supplement

Etymology

Do francês 'protéine', do grego 'protos' (primeiro).

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