lipoxygenase en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /lɪˈpɑk.sɪd͡ʒ.əˌneɪs/ (General-American)
- /laɪˈpɑk.sɪd͡ʒ.əˌneɪs/ (General-American)
Etymology
From lip- + oxygenase.
Meanings
- Any of a class of enzymes that catalyse the oxidation of polyunsaturated fatty acids
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| lipoxygenases | Number=Plur | lexicographic |