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subunit

UK
/sʌbˈjuːnɪt/
US
/sʌbˈjunɪt/

Translations

subunitadjective
more subunit
Comp.
most subunit
Super.
UK
/ˈsʌbˌjuː.nɪt/
US
/ˈsʌbˌjuː.nɪt/
Used attributively before another noun to describe something relating to or composed of subunits.
sous-unitaireBiologie, chimie ; se dit d’un élément qui relève d’une sous-unité ou qui en constitue une.
Subunit interactions play a crucial role in the stability of the ribosome.
Les interactions sous-unitaires jouent un rôle crucial dans la stabilité du ribosome.
Synonyms
modular
constituent
auxiliary
secondary
partial
subdivisional
subordinate
subsidiary
component
component-level
segmental
sectional
subunitnoun
subunits
pl
UK
/sʌbˈjuːnɪt/
US
/sʌbˈjunɪt/
The enzyme is composed of multiple subunits that work together to catalyze the reaction.
L'enzyme est composée de plusieurs sous-unités qui agissent ensemble pour catalyser la réaction.
Synonyms
element
component
subdivision
module
fraction
division
segment
part

Definitions

subunitadjective
Relating to or designating a subunit or subunits; serving as a component of a larger complex.
Subunit interactions play a crucial role in the stability of the ribosome.
subunitnoun
A distinct component or part of a larger unit, often used in the context of biology or chemistry to refer to a single protein or molecule that is part of a larger complex.
The enzyme is composed of multiple subunits that work together to catalyze the reaction.
A smaller organizational unit within a larger organization or structure, often used in military or corporate contexts.
Each subunit of the battalion was responsible for a different aspect of the mission.
A fractional or subsidiary unit of measurement, currency, or value that is part of a larger standard unit.
A cent is the main subunit of the U.S. dollar.
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