Aleurone (from Greek aleuron, flour) is a protein found in protein granules of maturing seeds and tubers. The term also describes one of the two major cell types of the endosperm, the aleurone layer. The aleurone layer is the outermost layer of the endosperm, followed by the inner starchy endosperm. This layer of cells is sometimes referred to as ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aleurone
• (n.) An albuminoid substance which occurs in minute grains (`protein granules`) in maturing seeds and tubers; -- supposed to be a modification of protoplasm. Found on http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/aleurone/
A·leu'rone noun [ Greek ... flour.] (Botany) An albuminoid substance which occurs in minute grains ('protein granules') in maturing seeds and tubers; -- supposed to be a modification of protoplasm. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/A/53
aleurone, aleuron A granular protein found in the endosperm of many seeds or forming the outermost layer in cereal grains. Alteration of Greek aleuron, 'wheat flour'. Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/74/