Synonyms for protein
ˈproʊ tin, -ti ɪnpro·tein

Princeton's WordNet

1. proteinnoun

   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

   "a diet high in protein"

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1. • Macromolecule

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1. List of paraphrases for "protein":

   protéines, energy-based, proteinaceous

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1. Laila Tabatabai:

   If you’ve already had something sweet and sugary, stick with salad and lean protein, you don’t need the additional potato or pasta carbs piled on top.

2. Timothy Ramey:

   It is part of the healthier eating, diets are shifting to more protein, less carbohydrates.

3. Van Diemen:

   Australian farmers expect to see benefits from the recent free trade agreements with China, Korea, and Japan, underpinned by continued urbanisation and increased demand for protein in developing countries.

4. Tara Collingwood:

   If you want fewer processed foods in your life, then try to get all of your protein through natural food sources.

5. The Nutrition Twins:

   When you exercise, the muscle fibers are torn and broken apart, and in order to repair the tissues you need protein as well as carbs, have some within 30 minutes, the sooner the better.