tryptophan
/ˈtɹɪptə(ʊ)fan/ · noun
Meaning
- An essential amino acid having an indole side chain; it is present in many foods, especially chocolate, oats, bananas and milk; it is essential for normal growth and development and is the precursor of serotonin and niacin; any specific form of this compound, or any derivative of it.
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