conjugated
Britishadjective
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chem
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(of a molecule, compound, or substance) containing two or more double bonds alternating with single bonds
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(of a double bond) separated from another double bond by one single bond
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chem formed by the union of two compounds
a conjugated protein
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Scientists at LOE focus on conductive plastics, also known as conjugated polymers, to advance fields such as renewable energy and medical technology.
From Science Daily • Dec. 15, 2025
Finally, milk contains conjugated linoleic acid, a fatty acid found in meat and dairy products, which, according to a 2021 labratory study, could also have anti-cancer properties.
From Salon • Jan. 15, 2025
Such conjugated vaccines are known to induce a stronger T cell immune response, generally leading to better and longer lasting protection.
From Science Magazine • Feb. 27, 2024
Once bound, these conjugated chemicals are soluble in water and can be metabolized or transported out of cells.
From Washington Post • Sep. 10, 2021
Buckminster curled up next to me, and I conjugated for a while so I wouldn’t have to think about things.
From "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer
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