thermogen

/ˈθɜrmoʊdʒən/

Definitions

1. noun

A protein that generates heat, especially in animals.

“The discovery of thermogen proteins in certain fish species has helped researchers understand their ability to thrive in cold water environments.”

Synonyms

  • heat-producing protein
  • thermogenic protein

Antonyms

  • cold-regulating protein
  • thermolytic protein