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Definition
Amino acid; an organic compound containing nitrogen that serves as the basic building block of proteins.
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How it's used
Scientific terms like this are often borrowed directly from English or Japanese-influenced Chinese characters in professional settings. While used in health and fitness contexts, it is rarely discussed in casual daily conversation unless specifically talking about nutrition or biology.
Examples
This supplement contains a lot of amino acids.
Do you know what use amino acids have for muscle growth?
Related words
Common phrases
essential amino acids
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Grammar guides
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