creatine

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Noun — An amino acid that vertebrates produce naturally, which their muscles and nerves use as an energy source.

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A scientific term used mainly in biochemistry and physiology.

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek kreas, meaning meat, using its genitive form kreatos, and adding the chemical suffix -ine. Despite the resemblance, the word is not related to the English word create.

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Frequently asked questions

What is creatine?

It's an amino acid the body makes on its own, and it fuels muscle and nerve activity.

Where does the word creatine come from?

It comes from the Ancient Greek word for meat, kreas, reflecting its early association with muscle tissue.

Is creatine related to the word create?

No, despite the similar spelling, creatine is not related to the word create.

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