Protein in horns and hair Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, November 16, 2021 · 13-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, November 16, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 16, 2021 · 13-Down · 7 letters
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a fibrous scleroprotein that occurs in the outer layer of the skin and in horny tissues such as hair, feathers, nails, and hooves
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