glutathione peroxidase

/ˈgludəˌθaɪˈoʊn pəˌrɑksəˈdeɪs/
IPA guide

Definitions of glutathione peroxidase
  1. noun
    an enzyme in the body that is a powerful scavenger of free radicals
    see moresee less
    type of:
    antioxidant
    a substance that hinders oxidation or reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides
    peroxidase
    any of a group of enzymes (occurring especially in plant cells) that catalyze the oxidation of a compound by a peroxide
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘glutathione peroxidase'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family