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1. (n.) tryptophan
an essential amino acid, (C

Etymology: (< G (1890), =trypto- (repr. Gk trīptós rubbed; see trypsin ) +-phan < Gk

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1. (noun) tryptophan, tryptophane
an amino acid that occurs in proteins; is essential for growth and normal metabolism; a precursor of niacin

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U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. tryptophan
An essential amino acid that is necessary for normal growth in infants and for NITROGEN balance in adults. It is a precursor of INDOLE ALKALOIDS in plants. It is a precursor of SEROTONIN (hence its use as an antidepressant and sleep aid). It can be a precursor to NIACIN, albeit inefficiently, in mammals.

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