suppressor


Definition: Meaning of, suppressor in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / səˈprɛsə /

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suppressor suppressors
  1. someone who suppresses
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  2. especially of a mutant gene a gene that suppresses the phenotypic expression of another gene
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  3. an electrical device for suppressing unwanted currents
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suppressor used in phrases

  • spike suppressor (noun)
    1. electrical device inserted in a power line to protect equipment from sudden fluctuations in current
  • suppressor gene (noun)
    1. especially of a mutant gene a gene that suppresses the phenotypic expression of another gene
  • surge suppressor (noun)
    1. electrical device inserted in a power line to protect equipment from sudden fluctuations in current
  • tumor suppressor gene (noun)
    1. a suppressor gene that blocks unscheduled cell division
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