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Proteid vs Protend - What's the difference?

proteid | protend |

As a noun proteid

is proteid.

As a verb protend is

(obsolete) to hold out; to stretch forth.

proteid

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • (biochemistry) A complex biomolecule predominantly made of polypeptides. Found in all living matter.
  • Any organic material rich in proteid molecules considered a dietary source of essential amino acids.
  • (obsolete) A protein.
  • (obsolete) An essential nitrogen-containing component of organic matter.

    • Adjective

    (-)
  • Of or pertaining to proteins.
  • Containing protein.

    • Anagrams

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    protend

    English

    Verb

    (en verb)
  • (obsolete) To hold out; to stretch forth.
    • With his protended lance he makes defence. — Dryden.
    (Webster 1913)