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cystine Definition

cys·tine (sistēn, -tin)

noun

a nonessential amino acid, CH(NH)S(COOH)

Etymology: cyst(o)- + -ine: so named from having been found first in urinary calculi

cystine Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

stone: Cystine stones are very difficult to treat and often require life-long therapy.

Browse dictionary entries near cystine

  1. cysticercus
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  3. cystic fibrosis
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  6. cysteine
  7. cystectomy
  8. -cyst
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  1. cystitis
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  3. cystocarp
  4. cystocele
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  7. cystoscope
  8. cystoscopy
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