peptids
/ˈpɛpˌtaɪdz/
noun
- A less common variant spelling of 'peptides'; short chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.
- Some researchers use the term 'peptids' interchangeably with 'peptides' in older literature.
- These peptids are involved in cell signaling and immune responses.
- The lab report mentioned several peptids found in the sample.