peptide
1 of 1noun/ˈpɛptaɪd/
Forms:peptides
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a short chain of amino acids linked together, which can function as a building block for proteins or act as a signaling molecule in the body
- Scientists synthesized a peptide to study its potential as a new therapeutic drug.
- Peptides play crucial roles in cell communication and metabolic regulation.
- The enzyme broke down the protein into smaller peptides for easier digestion.
- Some peptides act as hormones, influencing various physiological processes in the body.
- Researchers are exploring peptide vaccines as a promising approach to combat infectious diseases.