Taxol
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtæksɒl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Taxol is a noun meaning (chemistry, pharmacology) A taxane, C₄₇H₅₁NO₁₄, used to treat cancer; Taxol.
Meaning
(chemistry, pharmacology) A taxane, C₄₇H₅₁NO₁₄, used to treat cancer; Taxol.
Example Sentences
The powerful anti-cancer drug taxol is extracted from the leaves of the yew tree.
Word Forms
- taxols
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include paclitaxel, paciltaxel, taxoid, taxane, docetaxel, taxotere.
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