cox

Noun
  1. Either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin (synset 114762026)
    is a type of: enzyme - any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions
    subtypes:
    • cox-1, cyclooxygenase-1 - an enzyme that regulates prostaglandins that are important for the health of the stomach lining and kidneys
    • cox-2, cyclooxygenase-2 - an enzyme that makes prostaglandins that cause inflammation and pain and fever
    same as: cyclooxygenase
  2. The helmsman of a ship's boat or a racing crew (synset 109993154)
    is a type of: helmsman, steerer, steersman - the person who steers a ship
    same as: coxswain
Verb
  1. Act as the coxswain, in a boat race (synset 202451998)
    is a type of: be, follow - work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function

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