Cox

Other forms: Coxes

Definitions of Cox

1. noun

   either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin
   synonyms: cyclooxygenase

   types:

   Cox-1, cyclooxygenase-1

   an enzyme that regulates prostaglandins that are important for the health of the stomach lining and kidneys

   Cox-2, cyclooxygenase-2

   an enzyme that makes prostaglandins that cause inflammation and pain and fever

   type of:

   enzyme

   any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions