elastin

[ ih-las-tin ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, Biochemistry.

elastin

/ ɪˈlæstɪn /

biochem a fibrous scleroprotein constituting the major part of elastic tissue, such as the walls of arteries

Origin of elastin¹

First recorded in 1870–75; elast(ic) + -in ²

Origin of elastin¹

C19: from elastic + -in

It also helps heal wounds and stimulates the production of elastin, a protein that, as its name suggests, helps keep your skin elastic.

Like my steak, a chicken breast gains its shape and texture from a complex mix of elements, including collagen, elastin, and tendons.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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