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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A protein complex composed of actin and myosin, found in muscle fibers. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   a protein complex in muscle fibers; composed of myosin and actin; shortens when stimulated and causes muscle contractions wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

actinomyosinactinomyosin

Related phrases

protein complex

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