protein
noun [ C or U ] uk/ˈprəʊ.tiːn/ us/ˈproʊ.tiːn/
C1 蛋白质
one of the many substances found in food such as meat, cheese, fish, or eggs, that is necessary for the body to grow and be strong
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- Vegans get all the protein they need from nuts, seeds, beans and cereals.
- Meat and fish are a vital source of protein.