Keratin: meaning, definitions and examples

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keratin

 

[ หˆkษ›rษ™tn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biological structure

Keratin is a type of fibrous protein that is a key structural component in hair, nails, and the outer layer of skin. It serves as a protective barrier and helps prevent damage to cells and tissues. Additionally, keratin is found in horns, hooves, and feathers of various animals.

Synonyms

fibrous protein, structural protein

Examples of usage

  • The structure of hair is primarily composed of keratin.
  • Many cosmetic products contain keratin to strengthen hair.
  • Keratin treatments can make frizzy hair more manageable.
  • Nails are made of a hard form of keratin.

Translations

Translations of the word "keratin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น queratina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅ‡เคฐเคพเคŸเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Keratin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keratin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะตั€ะฐั‚ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ keratyna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฑใƒฉใƒใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท kรฉratine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ queratina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท keratin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ผ€๋ผํ‹ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูƒูŠุฑุงุชูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ keratin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ keratรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ง’่›‹็™ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ keratin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ keratรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตั€ะฐั‚ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒ แƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ keratin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ queratina

Etymology

The word 'keratin' originates from the Greek term 'keratos', which means 'horn'. This etymology reflects the protein's significant presence in the horns of animals. The use of the term in English dates back to the early 19th century, and it has since been adopted in various scientific and medical contexts to describe this crucial protein. Over time, the understanding of keratin's role in biology has expanded, leading to advancements in hair and skincare industries through keratin-based treatments and products. The study of keratin continues to reveal its importance in both health and aesthetic applications, underscoring its value across multiple fields, including dermatology and cosmetics.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,053, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.