Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Amyloid.
Amyloid - as a noun
A non-nitrogenous food substance consisting chiefly of starch; any substance resembling starch
(pathology) a waxy translucent complex protein resembling starch that results from degeneration of tissue
Amyloid - as an adjective satellite
Amyloid - as an adjective
Containing or resembling starch.
Applied to a mushroom that turns blue-black upon application of melzer's reagent
Example Sentences
"The accumulation of amyloid in the brain is a characteristic feature of Alzheimer's disease."
"The amyloid plaques in the patient's brain were indicative of a neurodegenerative disorder."
"Researchers have been studying the role of amyloid proteins in the progression of Parkinson's disease."
"The abnormal deposition of amyloid can disrupt normal cellular functions."
"A biopsy showed the presence of amyloid deposits in the patient's kidney."
Word Game Points
Is AMYLOID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, amyloid is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AMYLOID has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is AMYLOID a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, amyloid is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAMYLOID has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is AMYLOID a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, amyloid is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAMYLOID has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
