proenzyme

noun /proʊ'ɛnzaɪm/

Definition
any of a group of compounds that are inactive precursors of enzymes and require some change (such as the hydrolysis of a fragment that masks an active enzyme) to become active
Example
The word 'proenzyme' is often used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Vowels
3
Consonants
6
Length
9

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