Definitions for: Albuminoid

[n] a simple protein found in horny and cartilaginous tissues and in the lens of the eye

Webster (1913) Definition: Al*bu"mi*noid, a. [L. albumen + -oid.] (Chem.)
Resembling albumin. -- n. One of a class of organic
principles (called also proteids) which form the main part
of organized tissues.

Synonyms: scleroprotein

See Also: ceratin, chondrin, collagen, elastin, gelatin, gelatine, keratin, simple protein