subunit

UK
/sʌbˈjuːnɪt/
US
/sʌbˈjunɪt/

Traductions

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.
subunitnoun
subunits
pl
UK
/sʌbˈjuːnɪt/
US
/sʌbˈjunɪt/
The enzyme consists of multiple subunits.
Фермент состоит из нескольких субъединиц.
The military subunit was deployed to the front line.
Военное подразделение было направлено на передовую.

Définitions

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.