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hydroxyproline

/ˌhaɪdrɒksɪˈproʊlaɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does hydroxyproline mean?

noun

A non-standard amino acid found in collagen, formed by the hydroxylation of proline.

Example

"The presence of hydroxyproline in the collagen fibers gave the fabric its strength and durability."

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