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casein

/kæsiːn/ noun · British & US
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What does casein mean?

noun

A protein found in milk, used in the production of cheese and other dairy products. It is also used as a nutritional supplement and in the manufacture of plastics and adhesives.

Example

"The cheesemaker added casein to the curd to help it set properly."

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