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ornithine

 

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Noun ornithine has 1 sense
  1. ornithine - an amino acid that does not occur in proteins but is important in the formation of urea
    --1 is a kind of
    amino acid, aminoalkanoic acid

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Ornithine

Biochemistry

Ornithine is a non-essential amino acid that plays a crucial role in the urea cycle, aiding in the detoxification and elimination of ammonia from the body. It is involved in the synthesis of citrulline, proline, and polyamines.

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Chemistry

In chemistry, ornithine is an amino acid formed by the hydrolysis of arginine and is one of the components of the protein collagen. It is involved in the biosynthesis of urea and is often used in laboratory research and pharmaceutical applications.

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Popular

When referring to something as "ornithine," it typically relates to a topic or activity that is currently trending or widely known among people, especially in popular culture or social media buzzing.

Sample sentence: The new dance move is so ornithine right now!

Local

In a local context, ornithine may refer to a specific subdivision or colloquial term used within a particular area or community, often known only to locals.

Sample sentence: The name of this dish is an ornithine that only people from this town understand.

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