| Pronunciation: | | 'alyu`rown
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 WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] granular protein in outermost layer of endosperm of many seeds or cereal grains |
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ALEURONE is a 8 letter word that starts with A. |
| | See Also: | | protein |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \A*leu"rone\, n. [Gr. ? flour.] (Bot.)
An albuminoid substance which occurs in minute grains
(``protein granules'') in maturing seeds and tubers; --
supposed to be a modification of protoplasm.
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| Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | These are granules of protein found in the top cell layer of the endosperm of grains such as wheat. |
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