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corepressor
[ koh-ri-pres-er ]
/ ˌkoʊ rɪˈprɛs ər /
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noun Genetics.
a molecule that is capable of combining with a specific repressor molecule and activating it, thereby blocking gene transcription.
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Medical definitions for corepressor
corepressor
[ kō′rĭ-prĕs′ər ]
n.
A substance that combines with and activates a genetic repressor, thus preventing gene transcription and inhibiting protein synthesis.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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