coenzyme

noun

co·​en·​zyme (ˌ)kō-ˈen-ˌzīm How to pronounce coenzyme (audio)
: a thermostable nonprotein compound that forms the active portion of an enzyme system after combination with an apoenzyme
coenzymatic adjective
coenzymatically adverb

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Biotin, also known as vitamin H, B-7, or coenzyme R, is part of the B-complex group of vitamins. Sherri Gordon, Health, 4 Aug. 2024 The oil packs unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants, like polyphenols and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). Brittany Loggins, Health, 26 May 2024 Garden of Life Raw CoQ10 is packaged in a base of raw chia seed oil, and this unique lipid delivery system means that the coenzyme Q10 is absorbed at a higher rate. Casey Seiden, Parents, 19 May 2024 Hyaluronic acid supplements also combine well with actives such as vitamin C or coenzyme Q10, which can help fight oxidative stress. 2. Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for coenzyme 

Word History

First Known Use

1947, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of coenzyme was in 1947

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“Coenzyme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coenzyme. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

coenzyme

noun
co·​en·​zyme (ˈ)kō-ˈen-ˌzīm How to pronounce coenzyme (audio)
: a thermostable nonprotein compound that forms the active portion of an enzyme system after combination with an apoenzyme compare activator sense 1
coenzymatically adverb

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