Aleurone Definition

ălyə-rōn
noun
The protein-rich outermost layer of the endosperm of certain seeds, especially cereal grains.
American Heritage
Finely granulated protein present in seeds generally and forming the outer layer of cereal seeds.
Webster's New World

(biochemistry) The protein content of the embryo, endosperm, or perisperm of cereals.

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Other Word Forms of Aleurone

Noun

Singular:
aleurone
Plural:
aleurones

Origin of Aleurone

  • From Greek aleuron meal

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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