non-alexinic
|non-a-lex-in-ic|
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/nɒn-əˈlɛksɪnɪk/
lacking alexin properties
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-alexinic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'alexinic' derived from 'alexin', a term used in immunology.
Historical Evolution
'Alexin' comes from the Greek word 'alexein', meaning 'to ward off'. The prefix 'non-' was added to denote the absence of alexinic properties.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'alexin' referred to a protective substance in the blood, and 'non-alexinic' was coined to describe substances lacking this property.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to or characterized by alexin, a component of the immune system.
The non-alexinic properties of the compound were noted during the study.
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Last updated: 2025/07/06 18:37