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1. (n.) aleurone
the granulated protein that forms the outermost layer of grain.
Etymology: (1865–70; < Gk áleuron flour, meal)
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1. (noun) aleurone
granular protein in outermost layer of endosperm of many seeds or cereal grains
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1. (noun) aleurone
an albuminoid substance which occurs in minute grains ("protein granules") in maturing seeds and tubers; -- supposed to be a modification of protoplasm
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