casein

/ˈkæsiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A phosphoprotein found in milk and other dairy products, obtained by coagulation of milk and used in cheese production.

“The cheesemaker needed to add casein to the mixture to achieve the desired consistency.”

Synonyms

  • caseinate
  • milk protein

Antonyms

  • caseolate
  • lactase