English Explanatory Dictionary

telomerase

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An enzyme in eukaryotic cells that adds a specific sequence of DNA to the telomeres of chromosomes after they divide; gives the chromosomes stability over time.

Pronunciation

/teˈlɑməɹeɪs/ /teˈlɒməɹeɪz/

Word forms

telomerase telomerases

Etymology

From telomere + -ase.

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