collagen
What is another word for collagen? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A tough, fibrous protein that gives structure to skin, bones, tendons, and other connective tissue in animals.
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How to use collagen
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
collagen production
collagen supplement
Etymology
From French collagène, built from Greek kolla ("glue") and -genes ("producing") — it's the substance animal-based glue was traditionally made from.
Full origin of collagen →Frequently asked questions
What does “collagen” mean?
The word “collagen” means a tough, fibrous protein that gives structure to skin, bones, tendons, and other connective tissue in animals. In plain terms, a key structural protein in skin, joints, and bones, often marketed in supplements and skincare.
How do you pronounce “collagen”?
“Collagen” is pronounced KO-luhd-zhuhn (/ˈkɒləd͡ʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “collagen” in a sentence?
Here is “collagen” used in a sentence: “Collagen levels in the skin naturally decline with age.”
What part of speech is “collagen”?
“Collagen” is a noun.
Where does the word “collagen” come from?
The word “collagen” comes from French. From French collagène, built from Greek kolla ("glue") and -genes ("producing") — it's the substance animal-based glue was traditionally made from.
