myosin

noun

The most common protein in muscle cells, responsible for the elastic and contractile properties of muscle. It combines with actin to form actomyosin.

noun

A globulin, the chief ingredient which separates from muscle-plasma on coagulation.

noun

A protein present in muscle, serving as the principle contractile protein in muscle contraction.

noun

A large family of motor proteins found in eukaryotic tissues, allowing mobility in muscles.

noun

the commonest protein in muscle; a globulin that combines with actin to form actomyosin