Meaning of proteinaceous | Babel Free
Definitions
Of, pertaining to, or consisting of protein
Equivalents
Examples
“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.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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