zymogenic
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zy·mo·gen·ic
(zī′mə-jĕn′ĭk) also zy·mog·e·nous (zī-mŏj′ə-nəs)adj.
1. Of or relating to a zymogen.
2. Capable of causing fermentation.
3. Enzyme-producing.
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zymogenic
(ˌzaɪməʊˈdʒɛnɪk)adj
1. (Biochemistry) of or relating to a zymogen
2. (Biochemistry) capable of causing zymogenesis
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