oligomer

/ɒˈlɪɡəmər/

Definitions

1. noun

A molecule composed of a few repeating units or a small cluster of molecules.

“The researcher studied the properties of oligomers found in the newly discovered protein.”

2. noun

A small cluster of cells or a small group of organisms.

“The biologist observed the behavior of oligomers in a controlled laboratory setting.”

Synonyms

  • aggregate
  • polymer

Antonyms

  • monomer
  • solitary