uridine

/ˈyʊərɪdiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A nucleotide that is a component of RNA.

“The scientist studied the properties of uridine in the laboratory.”

2. noun

A sugar component of RNA.

“The researcher isolated the uridine from the RNA sample.”

Synonyms

  • nucleoside
  • ribonucleotide

Antonyms

  • deoxyribonucleotide