transport : Idioms & Phrases
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active transport
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noun transport of a substance (as a protein or drug) across a cell membrane against the concentration gradient; requires an expenditure of energy
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air transport
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noun transportation by air
air transportation.
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cystic fibrosis transport regulator
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noun the gene that is mutated in cystic fibrosis
CFTR.
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passive transport
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noun transport of a substance across a cell membrane by diffusion; expenditure of energy is not required
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public transport
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noun conveyance for passengers or mail or freight
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tape transport
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noun a mechanism that transports magnetic tape across the read/write heads of a tape playback/recorder
transport; tape drive.
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transport ship
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noun a ship for carrying soldiers or military equipment
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troop transport
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noun any land or sea or air vehicle designed to carry troops
troop carrier.