Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
glycosylate
verb
/ˈɡlaɪ.kə.sɪ.leɪt/
Definition
To attach a sugar molecule to another molecule, typically a protein or lipid, in a biochemical process.
Examples
- The enzyme can glycosylate the peptide, altering its stability.
- Researchers studied how cells glycosylate proteins during their development.
- Inhibiting the ability to glycosylate can have significant impacts on cellular functions.
Meaning
Glycosylation is a critical modification that affects the function and activity of proteins and lipids in living organisms.
Synonyms
- glycosylation
- sugar moiety attachment
