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