amino

adjective

ami·​no ə-ˈmē-(ˌ)nō How to pronounce amino (audio)
: relating to, being, or containing an amine group
often used in combination

Examples of amino in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With its blend of amino, tartaric, and lactic acids, this gentle, sulfate-free formula cleans, hydrates, strengthens, and keeps the lid on oxidative stress that might damage your hair or highlights. Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2024 And protein sequences, just like natural languages, store structure and function in their amino-acid sequence with extreme efficiency. IEEE Spectrum, 14 Mar. 2023 Foods such as lean meats, eggs, nuts, seeds, and legumes are all excellent sources of amino acids. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Feb. 2023 The 20 grams of protein come from soy protein isolate—a vegan protein containing all nine essential amino acids. Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 4 Feb. 2023 See all Example Sentences for amino 

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Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary amine + -o-

First Known Use

circa 1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of amino was circa 1895

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Cite this Entry

“Amino.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amino. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

amino

adjective
ami·​no ə-ˈmē-(ˌ)nō How to pronounce amino (audio)
: relating to, being, or containing an amine group
often used in combination

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