Protein
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds consisting of large molecules composed of amino acid chains, essential for life. Proteins are fundamental components of all living cells and are crucial for growth and repair.
“Chicken, fish, and beans are excellent sources of protein in a balanced diet.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈprəʊti.ɪn/
Syllables
pro·tein
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Contains double I and E; watch for the PRO- prefix
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Worth 9 points; good for building scientific terms
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