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Meaning of lectin | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
ˈlɛktɪn

Definitions

Any of a class of proteins that bind specific carbohydrates.

Equivalents

Deutsch Lektin
Français lectine
Русский лекти́н

Examples

“The result proved less about the safety of genetic engineering than it did about the safety of lectins – known animal poisons.”
“Soybeans are another excellent source of plant proteins but they are also on the list of high lectin foods. They are very important to vegans and vegetarians as they make it easy for them to get adequate proteins in their diet.”

CEFR level

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This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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