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prion

The correct spelling is prion.

How to pronounce prion

noun

IPA: /ˈpɹaɪən/

Say it like: Prio-n

The correct spelling is prion. A self-propagating misfolded conformer of a protein that is responsible for a number of diseases that affect the brain and other neural tissue.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A self-propagating misfolded conformer of a protein that is responsible for a number of diseases that affect the brain and other neural tissue.
  2. 2.A petrel of the genus Pachyptila.

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