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  1. 1. n. A body now known as alkali albumin, but originally considered to be the basis of all albuminous substances, whence its name. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes Source: wordnet
  3. 3. A body now known as alkali albumin, but originally considered to be the basis of all albuminous substances, whence its name. Protein crystal. (Bot.) See Crystalloid, n., 2. Source: webster
  4. 4. A body now known as alkali albumin, but originally consideredto be the basis of all albuminous substances, whence its name.Protein crystal. (Bot.) See Crystalloid, n., 2. Source: adambom
  5. 5. n:100 n. any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes Source: ecdict

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