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- [op-suh-nin]
- /ˈɒp sə nɪn/
- /ˈɒpsənˌɪn/
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- [op-suh-nin]
- /ˈɒp sə nɪn/
Definitions of opsonin word
- noun opsonin a constituent of normal or immune blood serum that makes invading bacteria more susceptible to the destructive action of the phagocytes. 1
- noun opsonin An antibody or other substance that binds to foreign microorganisms or cells, making them more susceptible to phagocytosis. 1
- noun opsonin a constituent of blood serum that renders invading bacteria more susceptible to ingestion by phagocytes in the serum 0
- noun opsonin a substance in blood serum acting on bacteria and foreign cells to make them more liable to destruction by phagocytes 0
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Origin of opsonin
First appearance:
before 1900 One of the 17% newest English words
1900-05; < Latin opsōn(ium) victuals (< Greek opsōnía, derivative of opsōneîn to buy provisions) + -in2
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Parts of speech for Opsonin
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opsonin popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
opsonin usage trend in Literature
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