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- [throm-bok-seyn]
- /θrɒmˈbɒk seɪn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [throm-bok-seyn]
- /θrɒmˈbɒk seɪn/
Definitions of thromboxane word
- noun thromboxane a compound, C 20 H 32 O 5 , formed in blood platelets, that constricts blood vessels and promotes clotting. 1
- noun thromboxane a substance formed from prostaglandin precursors in platelets that promotes the constriction of blood vessels and aids blood clotting 0
- noun thromboxane any of various derivatives of prostaglandins, which form on blood platelets and, usually, cause blood clots and constrict blood vessels 0
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Origin of thromboxane
First appearance:
before 1935 One of the 8% newest English words
1935-40; thromb- + ox- + -ane
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Parts of speech for Thromboxane
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thromboxane popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 50% 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.
thromboxane usage trend in Literature
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