aleurons
|a-leu-rons|
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/əˈlʊr.ɒnz/
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/əˈljʊə.rɒnz/
(aleuron)
protein layer in seeds
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aleuron' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aleuron,' where 'aleuron' meant 'flour.'
Historical Evolution
'aleuron' changed from the Greek word 'aleuron' and eventually became the modern English word 'aleuron.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'flour,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'protein granules in seeds.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/18 17:06
