Definitions

1. noun

an amino acid that is a nonpolar, uncharged, aliphatic amino acid, C5H9NO2, used in the synthesis of proteins.

“The proline content in the protein was analyzed using mass spectrometry.”

2. noun

a residue of proline in a protein.

“The proline in the protein structure was found to be crucial for its stability.”

3. adjective

relating to or involving proline.

“The proline-rich protein was studied for its potential therapeutic applications.”