amyloid

  1. Noun.  A waxy compound of protein and polysaccharides that is found deposited in tissues in amyloidosis.
  2. Noun.  Any of various starchlike substances.
  3. Adjective.  Containing or resembling starch.
  4. Adjective.  (mycology) Applied to a mushroom that turns blue-black upon application of Melzer's reagent.

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