Meaning of the word peptide in English

What does peptide mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

peptide

US /ˈpep.taɪd/
UK /ˈpep.taɪd/
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Noun

a compound consisting of two or more amino acids linked in a chain, the carboxyl group of each acid being joined to the amino group of the next by a bond of the type -OC-NH-.