Definitions for ligands
ligands
li·gand
Spelling: [lahy-guh nd, lig-uh nd]
IPA: /ˈlaɪ gənd, ˈlɪg ənd/
Ligands is a 7 letter English word.
It's valid Scrabble word worth 8 points.
It's valid Words with friends word worth 11 points.
You can make 246 anagrams from letters in ligands (adgilns).
Definitions for ligands
noun
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Biochemistry. a molecule, as an antibody, hormone, or drug, that binds to a receptor.
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Chemistry. a molecule, ion, or atom that is bonded to the central metal atom of a coordination compound.
Origin of ligands
1945-50; Latin ligandus, gerund of ligāre to bind, tie