ossein

/ɒsɪn, ɒsɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of protein that provides structure to connective tissue, such as bone and cartilage.

“The ossein in the bone meal was rich in collagen and helped with bone health.”

Synonyms

  • collagen
  • gelatin

Antonyms

  • cartilage-free
  • non-bony