-ximab

Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word -ximab. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word -ximab, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say -ximab in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word -ximab you have here. The definition of the word -ximab will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition of-ximab, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.

English

A user has added this entry to requests for deletion(+).
Please see that page for discussion and justifications. You may continue to edit this entry while the discussion proceeds, but please mention significant edits at the RFD discussion and ensure that the intention of votes already cast is not left unclear. Do not remove the {{rfd}} until the debate has finished.

Etymology

From xi- (“alteration of chimeric”) +‎ -mab (“monoclonal antibody”), with the x reflecting both the Greek etymology and the idea of crossed/mixed cell lines.

Pronunciation

Suffix

-ximab

  1. (pharmacology) Used to form names of chimeric monoclonal antibodies, derived from both human and murine sources.

Derived terms

English terms suffixed with -ximab
  • -mab is the base suffix common to all monoclonal antibodies. (See that entry for full paradigm.)

References

  • USP Dictionary of USAN and International Drug Names, U.S. Pharmacopeia, 2000

Anagrams

Wikious
Boobota
Sagapedia