word
chaperone protein
SHAP-er-ohn PROH-teen
ˈʃæpərəʊn ˈprəʊtiːnListen
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Syllable breakdown
chaperoneprotein
Dictionary meaning
A class of proteins that assist in the correct folding of other proteins.
Examples
- Heat shock induces chaperone protein expression to prevent misfolding.
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