azacytosine en · NOUN
Etymology
From aza- + cytosine.
Meanings
- Either of two isomeric derivatives of cytosine in which a -CH= group is replaced by -N=; the 5- isomer inhibits the action of DNA-methyltransferases
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| azacytosines | Number=Plur | lexicographic |