Alexin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈlɛk.sɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Alexin is a noun meaning (biochemistry, dated) A protective substance that exists in the serum or other bodily fluid and is capable of killing microorganisms; complement.
Meaning
(biochemistry, dated) A protective substance that exists in the serum or other bodily fluid and is capable of killing microorganisms; complement.
Example Sentences
The seed of our destruction will blossom in the desert, the alexin of our cure grows by a mountain rock […]
Word Forms
- alexins
- alexine
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include complement, anticomplement, antilysin, antihaemolysin, protectin, opsonin.
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