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
- No etymology available.
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Vowels
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