threonine

/ˈθriːəniːn/
noun
  1. An essential amino acid that the body needs for growth and proper functioning, found in foods like meat, dairy, and eggs.
    • You can get threonine from eating chicken, fish, and cheese.
    • Threonine is important for building strong muscles and tissues.
    • The doctor said her diet was low in threonine, so she started eating more yogurt.