Meaning Of The Word Ionophore

Real Dictionary

What's the definition of Ionophore? Find Ionophore meanings, definitions and more at the Real Dictionary online.

Ionophore Meaning

Ionophore Definition
Ionophore Definition

What's The Definition Of Ionophore?

ionophore in American English
any of a group of compounds that transport, across a plasma membrane, ions which are not able to cross by themselves; esp., any of certain antibiotics, as valinomycin
noun: a lipid-soluble substance capable of transporting specific ions through cellular membranes

ionophore in British English
noun: a chemical compound capable of forming a complex with an ion and transporting it through a biological membrane

More Definitions

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Definitions Of The Day

  • Goatweed ‐ noun: a plant of the…
  • Have your hands full ‐ to be…
  • Noseguard ‐ noun: (in American football) the innermost of…
  • Dolma ‐ a dish consisting of a grape leaf, cabbage leaf…
  • Micromanager ‐ noun: a person who controls a business or project…
  • Tendrilly ‐ adjective; noun: a specialized threadlike part…
  • Hotel ship ‐ noun: a ship which is moored and used…
  • Wontedly ‐ adverb: usually…
  • Hoe into ‐ verb: to eat…
  • Hereafter ‐ after this; from now on; in the future; the future…