Definitions for prolamin

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prolamin pro·lam·in

Spelling: [proh-lam-in, proh-luh-min]

IPA: /proʊˈlæm ɪn, ˈproʊ lə mɪn/

Prolamin is a 8 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 16 points.

You can make 386 anagrams from letters in prolamin (ailmnopr).

Definitions for prolamin

noun

1. any of the class of simple proteins, as gliadin, hordein, or zein, found in grains, soluble in dilute acids, alkalis, and alcohols, and insoluble in water, neutral salt solutions, and absolute alcohol.

Origin of prolamin

First recorded in 1905-10; prol(ine) + am(monia) + -in²