opsonize
The English word “opsonize” has 2 meanings listed here.
verb
- To make (bacteria or other cells) more susceptible to the action of phagocytes by use of opsonins.
- To become more susceptible to the action of phagocytes by use of opsonins.
Etymology
From opson + -ize.
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