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perforin

per·fo·rin
P p

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [pur-fer-in]
    • /ˈpɜr fər ɪn/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [pur-fer-in]
    • /ˈpɜr fər ɪn/

Definition of perforin word

  • noun perforin a protein produced by killer cells of the immune system that causes disintegration of targeted cells by forming pores in their membranes. 1

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Parts of speech for Perforin

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adjective
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adverb
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preposition
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perforin popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 53% 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.

perforin usage trend in Literature

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Top questions with perforin

  • what is perforin?
  • what is the function of perforin?

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