HyperDic: monoamine_oxidase

English > 1 sense of the expression monoamine oxidase:
NOUNsubstancemonoamine oxidase, MAOan enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of many body compounds (e.g., epinephrine and norepinephrine and serotonin)
English > monoamine oxidase: 1 sense > noun 1, substance
MeaningAn enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of many body compounds (e.g., epinephrine and norepinephrine and serotonin).
SynonymMAO
BroaderenzymeAny of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions

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