elastin
Definitions
A protein, similar to collagen, found in connective tissue, that has elastic properties.
Equivalents
Examples
“Our stomachs produce⟳ an enzyme specifically designed to break⟳ down elastin, a type⟳ of protein found in meat and nowhere else.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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