septin en · NOUN
Etymology
From septum + -in: in yeast cells, they compartmentalize parts of the cell and build scaffolding to provide structural support during cell division at the septum.
Meanings
- Any of a class of proteins that have functions related to cytokinesis.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| septins | Number=Plur | lexicographic |