nuclein Meaning & Definition
/ˈnjuː.klɪ.ɪn/
What Does Nuclein Mean?
Nuclein is used as a noun meaning A phosphorus-rich protein found in the nucleus of a cell, later specifically nucleohistone or nucleoprotamine; also, any similar compound present in the cell nucleus.
Word Facts for Nuclein
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈnjuː.klɪ.ɪn/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Plural | nucleins |
Nuclein Definition (Noun)
- A phosphorus-rich protein found in the nucleus of a cell, later specifically nucleohistone or nucleoprotamine; also, any similar compound present in the cell nucleus.
Synonyms of Nuclein
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Nuclein synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
nuclein (countable and uncountable, plural nucleins)
Words That Rhyme With Nuclein
Origin of Nuclein
From German Nuclein, corresponding to nucleus + -in.
How to Pronounce Nuclein
You say nuclein as /ˈnjuː.klɪ.ɪn/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (njuː).