Tryptophan

/ˈtɹɪptə(ʊ)fan/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:20 ptsWWF:21 pts10 letters

Definition of Tryptophan

noun

An essential amino acid having an indole side chain; it is present in many foods, especially chocolate, oats, bananas and milk; it is essential for normal growth and development and is the precursor of serotonin and niacin; any specific form of this compound, or any derivative of it.

Anagrams of Tryptophan

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "tryptophan":

7-LETTER WORDS

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6-LETTER WORDS

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5-LETTER WORDS

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+1 Letter Anagrams

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

trptryp

Rhyming Words

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