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Definitions from WordNet

Adjective amino has 1 sense
  1. amino, aminic - pertaining to or containing any of a group of organic compounds of nitrogen derived from ammonia
Noun amino has 1 sense
  1. amino, amino group - the radical -NH2
    --1 is a kind of group, radical, chemical group

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Amino

Noun (singular):

A building block of protein consisting of a carboxyl group, an amino group, a hydrogen atom, and a specific side chain attached to a central carbon atom.

Example sentence: The human body requires various essential amino acids to function properly.

Noun (plural):

A compound containing one or more amino groups, often used as a dietary supplement to enhance athletic performance or promote muscle growth.

Example sentence: Athletes often consume amino supplements to aid in muscle recovery after intense workouts.

Adjective:

Pertaining to or derived from amino acids.

Example sentence: The amino acid composition of this protein makes it suitable for vegetarians.

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