tubulin

noun tu·bu·lin \ˈtü-byə-lən, ˈtyü-\

Definition of TUBULIN

: a globular protein that polymerizes to form microtubules

tubule + ¹-in

First Known Use: 1968

Medical Dictionary

noun tu·bu·lin \ˈt(y)ü-byə-lən\

: a globular protein that polymerizes to form microtubules

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