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Noun: cyclooxygenase
  1. Either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin
    "Cyclooxygenase inhibitors are commonly used as pain relievers";
    - Cox

Derived forms: cyclooxygenases

Type of: enzyme

Encyclopedia: Cyclooxygenase