amyloid
noun
am·y·loid
ˈa-mə-ˌlȯid 
: a waxy translucent substance consisting primarily of protein that is deposited in some animal organs and tissues under abnormal conditions (such as Alzheimer's disease) compare beta-amyloid
amyloid
adjective
Examples of amyloid in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
One of the hallmarks of Alzheimer's is the development of amyloid plaques in the brain, which occurs when a naturally occurring protein, beta-amyloid, clumps together to form plaques that disrupt nerve cell function, according to the NIH.
—
Lauren De Young, The Arizona Republic, 16 Nov. 2024
Typically, people will either get a positron emission technology (PET) scan of the brain or a spinal fluid test to look for evidence of amyloid.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 9 July 2024
This includes persons with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia and confirmed amyloid plaques.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
There can also be a reduction of amyloid plaques, which are associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 30 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for amyloid 
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Lauren De Young, The Arizona Republic, 16 Nov. 2024
Typically, people will either get a positron emission technology (PET) scan of the brain or a spinal fluid test to look for evidence of amyloid.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 9 July 2024
This includes persons with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia and confirmed amyloid plaques.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
There can also be a reduction of amyloid plaques, which are associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 30 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for amyloid
Dictionary Entries Near amyloid
Cite this Entry
“Amyloid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amyloid. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share