noun
- Plural of amino; short for amino acids, organic compounds that are the building blocks of proteins.
Usage: informal; commonly used in fitness and nutrition contexts
Examples
- Athletes often take supplements containing aminos to support muscle recovery.
- The body needs all nine essential aminos to function properly.
- Protein-rich foods provide the aminos your muscles need to grow.
- She drinks a shake with aminos after her workout.
- Aminos are crucial for building and repairing tissue.