peptides
Definition
Short chains of amino acids (typically 2 to 50) linked by peptide bonds, serving as the building blocks of proteins.
Biologically active molecules used in cosmetics, supplements, and medicine for functions like muscle repair, skin rejuvenation, and hormone regulation.
Compounds synthesized in labs or naturally occurring in the body, often mimicking protein fragments to trigger specific cellular responses.
Examples
After one too many donuts, he turned to peptides hoping they'd rebuild his abs faster than a demolition crew tears down regrets.
The biohacker's fridge was stocked with peptides, turning his kitchen into a mad scientist's lair minus the lightning bolts.
She slathered peptides on her face nightly, convinced they were the secret to looking eternally 29—no Botox required.
In the peptide party at the molecular level, amino acids linked up like tipsy friends forming an unbreakable chain of shenanigans.