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Answer for the clue "A German consumes final sort of protein ", 7 letters:
elastin

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Word definitions for elastin in dictionaries

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. (context protein English) A protein, similar to collagen, found in connective tissue, that has elastic properties.

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. a fibrous scleroprotein found in elastic tissues such as the walls of arteries

Usage examples of elastin.

Elasto promotes the formation of elastin and thus acts as a powerful aid in overcoming relaxed conditions whenever they occur.

This also occurs in the elastin fibers, generating a lack of elasticity in the skin.

Sun damage and arterial aging from things such as smoking destroy the elastin and eventually cause wrinkles.