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Meaning of "melanin" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF MELANIN

melanin  [ˈmɛlənɪn] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF MELANIN

noun
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pronoun
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conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Melanin is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES MELANIN MEAN IN ENGLISH?

melanin

Melanin

Melanin i/ˈmɛlənɪn/ is a broad term for a group of natural pigments found in most organisms. Melanin is produced by the oxidation of the amino acid tyrosine, followed by polymerization. The pigment is produced in a specialized group of cells known as melanocytes. There are three basic types of melanin: eumelanin, pheomelanin, and neuromelanin. The most common type is eumelanin, and is produced in 'black' and 'brown' subtypes. Pheomelanin is a cysteine-containing red-brown polymer of benzothiazine units largely responsible for red hair and freckles. Neuromelanin is found in the brain, though its function remains obscure. The production of melanin is called melanogenesis. In the skin, melanogenesis occurs after exposure to UV radiation, causing the skin to visibly tan. Melanin is an effective absorber of light; the pigment is able to dissipate over 99.9% of absorbed UV radiation. Because of this property, melanin is thought to protect skin cells from UVB radiation damage, reducing the risk of cancer.

Definition of melanin in the English dictionary

The definition of melanin in the dictionary is any of a group of black or dark brown pigments present in the hair, skin, and eyes of man and animals: produced in excess in certain skin diseases and in melanomas.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH MELANIN


adenine
ˈædənɪn
alanin
ˈælənɪn
anthocyanin
ˌænθəʊˈsaɪənɪn
cyanin
ˈsaɪənɪn
eumelanin
juːˈmelənɪn
glutenin
ˈɡluːtənɪn
hemocyanin
ˌhiːməʊˈsaɪənɪn
Manganin
ˈmæŋɡənɪn
opsonin
ˈɒpsənɪn
phaeomelanin
ˌfiːəʊˈmelənɪn
phycocyanin
ˌfaɪkəˈsaɪənɪn
plastocyanin
ˌplæstəʊˈsaɪənɪn
safranin
ˈsæfrənɪn
safranine
ˈsæfrənɪn
santonin
ˈsæntənɪn
saponin
ˈsæpənɪn
sporopollenin
ˌspɔːrəˈpɒlənɪn
syntonin
ˈsɪntənɪn
thionin
ˈθaɪənɪn
troponin
ˈtræʊpənɪn

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE MELANIN

melancholies
melancholily
melancholiness
melancholious
melancholy
Melanchthon
Melanesia
Melanesian
melange
melanian
melanic
melanisation
melanism
melanist
melanistic
melanite
melanitic
melanization
melanize
melanoblast

WORDS THAT END LIKE MELANIN

agglutinin
artemisinin
Benin
betacyanin
bradykinin
Bulganin
cholecystokinin
conin
Cronin
hemagglutinin
Lenin
lignin
melatonin
phthalocyanin
piccanin
renin
ronin
serotonin
tannin
uranin

Synonyms and antonyms of melanin in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «melanin» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF MELANIN

Find out the translation of melanin to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of melanin from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «melanin» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

黑色素
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

melanina
570 millions of speakers

English

melanin
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

मेलेनिन
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الميلانين
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

меланин
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

melanina
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

মেলানিন
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

mélanine
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Melanin
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Melanin
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

メラニン
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

멜라닌
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Melanin
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

melanin
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

மெலனின்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

मेलेनिन
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

melanin
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

melanina
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

melanina
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

меланін
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

melanina
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

μελανίνης
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

melanien
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

melanin
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

melanin
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of melanin

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «MELANIN»

The term «melanin» is quite widely used and occupies the 46.557 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «MELANIN» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about melanin

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «MELANIN»

Discover the use of melanin in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to melanin and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
From the Notebooks of Melanin Sun
Three-time Newbery Honor author Jacqualine Woodson explores race and sexuality through the eyes of a compelling narrator Melanin Sun has a lot to say.
Jacqueline Woodson, 2010
2
Why darkness matters: the power of melanin in the brain
Asking the question, Are people with dark skin truly different?, these essays consider the history, science, and psychology of melanin.
Edward Bruce Bynum, 2005
3
The Melanin Millennium: Skin Color as 21st Century ...
This volume addresses the issue of skin color in a worldwide context.
Ronald E. Hall, 2012
4
Melanin
The other work, brought out by the same publisher, is "Erotic fantasies". That one is for adults only. A collection of 20 short stories, spicy and explicit, but tastefully written.
Carlos Suarez, Jackson Moscoso, 2010
5
The Melanin Diet
Informs the reader about nutrition, skin care, and other topics for the melaninated, dark-skinned, person.
Deanne E. Meningall, 2009
6
Comparing the Melanin-concentrating Hormone-1 Receptor ...
The melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH) family of neuropeptides is believed to be important in controlling certain feeding behaviors.
Sydney Clayborn Williams (III.), 2007
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Memoirs of a Melanin Sojourner: Curiosity and Courage
His experiences through over a half a century of living have brought him to a conclusion about the answer, and his role here on earth. This is the author's second published book and the completion of a goal to publish his life experiences.
Kenneth A. Hordge, 2013
8
The Melanin Apocalypse
"Darrell Bain has given us another winner. The science fiction community is lucky to have him. I say read this book." -- Travis S. "Doc" Taylor, author of The Tau Ceti Agenda
Darrell Bain, 2008
9
Theory and Practice of Histological Techniques
Pearse (1985) gives a more detailed account of melanin production. The melanins are bound to proteins, and these complexes are localized in the cytoplasm of cells within so- called 'melanin granules'. Ghadially (1982) described these ...
John D. Bancroft, Marilyn Gamble, 2008
10
Textbook of Aging Skin
In humans, the major determinant of skin color is the pigment/complex polymer, melanin. The variation in human skin color is striking, and has great physiological and sociological implications. The color of one's skin is a strong predictor of ...
Miranda A. Farage, Kenneth W. Miller, Howard I. Maibach, 2010

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «MELANIN»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term melanin is used in the context of the following news items.
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Warming Trend - Heat Index Near 100F by Friday Afternoon …
When the skin starts detecting UVA radiation, receptors produce special skin cells called melanocytes which produce extra melanin and darken ... «Minneapolis Star Tribune, Jul 15»
2
How is Fun in the Sun Affecting South Asians? - India
South Asians produce more melanin, a pigment that makes skin darker. The darker the color of the skin, the greater melanosomes (pockets ... «India.com, Jul 15»
3
Even If Sandra Bland and Kimberlee Randall-King Committed …
... officers or subjected to relentless footage of mauled and murdered Black people can have dire health consequences for people with melanin. «Atlanta Black Star, Jul 15»
4
Flagler Live-Blogs Harper Lee's "Go Set a Watchman," Chapter 3 …
I was born in the Big Apple in the early winter of '71, to a melanin-abundant 16 year old, barely old enough to partake in the joy and splendor of ... «FlaglerLive.com, Jul 15»
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Best Rising Lyricist | Tia Nomore | Arts & Culture
She then opts for dizzying imagery — melanin, acrylics, gunplay, thermals, gerbils — and intricate wordplay, such as I Cher like Sonny Bono/Black and white ... «East Bay Express, Jul 15»
6
Deadly deficiencies | Visakhapatnam NYOOOZ
Also, with more melanin present in Indian skin (that imparts it a dark colour), proper absorption of UV rays is in any case affected. Added to this ... «NYOOOZ, Jul 15»
7
ET Canada | Blog - 'OITNB' Star Wants You To #LoveYourShape
Every curve on my body, the melanin in my skin and every curl in my head." The #LoveYourShape campaign isn't the first time Brooks has used ... «ETCanada.com, Jul 15»
8
L'dara Within™ Advanced Age-Defying Skin Supplement …
Copper is needed for the even production and distribution of the skin pigment melanin.*; *FDA Disclaimer. L'dara Within is GMO-Free and ... «PR Newswire, Jul 15»
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Tanning Lotion Reviews: The Truth From A Dermatologist : Beauty …
Tyrosine helps your body's melanin get darker faster. So in actuality, instead of helping to protect you from the sun's damage, it can actually ... «Fashion Times, Jul 15»
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Pollution can make you look old - study - IOL Lifestyle
Underneath the skin, they cause a growth in the number of melanocytes, which release the dark pigment melanin into the skin. As well as ... «Independent Online, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Melanin [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/melanin>. Apr 2024 ».
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