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Definition protein in British English

protein noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˈprəʊtiːn/
1

a substance in food such as meat, eggs, and milk that people need in order to grow and be healthy

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2

foods consisting of protein; used as a modifier

Example

I'll have an Egg and Spinach Protein Pot.

Example

protein waffles/pancakes

Definition protein in British English