EncyclopediaA book or series of books arranged alphabetically by topics containing information on specific areas of law.
encyclopedic arrangementAn arrangement of filing in which records are filed under broad, major headings and then under the specific subheading to which they relate.
end certificateThe last certificate considered in a certificate chain.
end distortionIn start-stop teletypewriter operation, the shifting of the end of all marking pulses, except the stop pulse, from their proper positions in relation to…
end entity1. In cryptography, a certificate subject that (a) uses its private key for purposes other than signing certificates, or (b) uses its public key for…
End Entity Certificate (EEC)A certificate belonging to a non-CA entity, e.g. you, me or the computer on your desk.
end office (EO)A central office at which user lines and trunks are interconnected. Synonym end exchange.
End ReviewA reviewer assisting another reviewer may End Review to signify that the reviewer has completed review of a financial disclosure report.
end system (ES)A system containing the application processes that are the ultimate source and sink of user traffic.
End to End EncryptionCommunications encryption in which data is encrypted when being passed through a network, but routing information remains visible.
End UseA classification system for U.S. exported and imported merchandise based on principal use rather than the physical characteristics of the merchandise.
End UserA person who uses SmarterMail to send and receive mail, or to manage a domain consisting of other end user email accounts.
end-labellingThe introduction of a readily-visualized tag at the end of a DNA or RNA molecule.
end-of-medium characterA control character that may be used to identify either the physical end of a data medium or the end of the usable or used portion of a data medium.
end-of-message functionIn tape relay procedure, the letter and key functions, including the end-of-message indicator, that constitute the last format line.
end-of-transmission character (EOT)A transmission control character used to indicate the conclusion of a transmission that may have included one or more texts and any associated message…
end-of-transmission-block character (ETB)A transmission control character used to indicate the end of a transmission block of data when data are divided into such blocks for transmission purposes.
end-product inhibitionThe inhibition of an enzyme by a metabolite. Typically, the enzyme is the first enzyme in a biosynthetic pathway, and the metabolite the product of the…
end-to-end communicationA direct peer to peer communication of terminal equipment (TE) to TE, or TE to a network gateway supporting, for example, PSPDN interworking (public…
end-to-end confidentiality/integrity1. A characteristic of preserving the privacy and/or unadulterated nature of communicated data across networks which may include, e.g.
end-to-end enciphermentEncipherment of data within or at the source end system, with the corresponding decipherment occurring only within or at the destination end system.
end-to-end securitySafeguarding information in a secure telecommunication system by cryptographic or protected distribution system means from point of origin to point of…
end-to-end signalingThe capability changeover procedure to be used whenever the normal one cannot be accomplished (i.e.
EndangeredSpecies that are in danger of extinction. It also is a category that denotes protection under federal law (Endangered Species Act).
Endangered speciesA plant or animal species in immediate danger of extinction because its population number has reached a critical level, or its habitat has been…
Endangered species act (ESA)This act provides a framework for the protection of endangered and threatened species. See Endangered Species Act of 1973.
Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA)Requires consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and/or the National Marine Fisheries Service to determine whether endangered or threatened…
EndemicWhere disease occurs on a consistent basis.
EndoatmosphericWithin the earths atmosphere; generally considered to be altitudes below 100 km. An endoatmospheric interceptor reaches its target within the atmosphere.
endocarditis(EN-doh-kar-DY-tis) A condition in which the tissues lining the inside of the heart and the heart valves become inflamed (red and swollen).
endocervical curettage(en-do-SER-vih-kul kyoo-reh-TAHZH) A procedure in which the mucous membrane of the cervical canal is scraped using a spoon-shaped instrument called a…
endocrine(EN-doh-krin) Refers to tissue that makes and releases hormones that travel in the bloodstream and control the actions of other cells or organs.
endocrine cancer(EN-doh-krin KAN-ser) Cancer that occurs in endocrine tissue, the tissue in the body that secretes hormones.
endocrine glandAny gland in an animal that manufactures hormones and secretes them directly into the bloodstream to act at distant sites in the body, known as target…
endocrine pancreas cellA pancreatic cell that produces hormones (e.g., insulin and glucagon) that are secreted into the bloodstream.
endocrine system(EN-doh-krin SIS-tem) A system of glands and cells that make hormones that are released directly into the blood and travel to tissues and organs all over…
endocrine therapy(EN-doh-krin THAYR-uh-pee) Treatment that adds, blocks, or removes hormones. For certain conditions (such as diabetes or menopause), hormones are given to…
Endocrinologist(en-duh-krih-NAH-loh-jist) A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating hormone disorders.
endocytosisThe process by which materials enter a cell without passing through the cell membrane.
EndodermThe internal layer of cells of the gastrula, which develops into the alimentary canal (gut) and digestive glands of the adult.
endodermisThe layer of living cells, with various characteristically thickened walls and no intercellular spaces, which surrounds the of certain plants and occurs…
Endometrial(EN-doh-MEE-tree-ul) Having to do with the endometrium (the layer of tissue that lines the uterus).
endometrial biopsyA procedure in which a sample of tissue is taken from the endometrium (inner lining of the uterus) for examination under a microscope.
endometrial cancer(EN-doh-MEE-tree-ul KAN-ser) Cancer that forms in the tissue lining the uterus (the small, hollow, pear-shaped organ in a woman's pelvis in which a baby…
endometrial disorder(EN-doh-MEE-tree-ul dis-OR-der) Abnormal cell growth in the endometrium (the lining of the uterus).
endometrial hyperplasia(EN-doh-MEE-tree-ul HY-per-PLAY-zhuh) An abnormal overgrowth of the endometrium (the layer of cells that lines the uterus).
endometriosis(en-do-mee-tree-O-sis) A benign condition in which tissue that looks like endometrial tissue grows in abnormal places in the abdomen.
Endometrium(en-do-MEE-tree-um) The layer of tissue that lines the uterus.
endomitosisDuplication of chromosomes without division of the nucleus, resulting in a doubling (or more) in the chromosome number within a cell.
EndophagicAn endophagic mosquito is a mosquito that feeds indoors.
EndophilicAn endophilic mosquito is a mosquito that tends to inhabit/rest indoors. Endophilism facilitates the blocking of malaria transmission through application…
endoplasmic reticulum(Abbreviation: ER). A cytoplasmic net of membranes, adjacent to the nucleus, visible under the electron microscope. The sites of protein synthesis.
endopolyploidyThe net result of endomitoses. The somatic chromosome number has doubled (or more), forming a polyploid cell line.
endoproteaseAn enzyme that cleaves internal peptide bonds within a polypeptide molecule. Site of cleavage is usually specific to certain amino acid residues.
endorectal ultrasound(en-doh-REK-tul UL-truh-SOWND) A procedure in which a probe that sends out high-energy sound waves is inserted into the rectum.
endoreduplicationChromosome reproduction during interphase. Four-chromatid chromosomes (diplochromosomes) are seen during this phase.
endorphin(en-DOR-fin) A morphine-like chemical that is made naturally in the brain and relieves pain.
EndorsementAmendment to the policy used to add, change, or delete coverage. Also referred to as a “rider.”
EndorserA small printer in a scanner that adds a document-control number or other endorsement to each scanned sheet.
endoscope(EN-doh-SKOPE) A thin, tube-like instrument used to look at tissues inside the body.
endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(en-doh-SKAH-pik REH-troh-grayd koh-LAN-jee-oh-PAN-kree-uh-TAH-gruh-fee) A procedure that uses an endoscope to examine and x-ray the pancreatic duct…
endoscopic ultrasound(en-doh-SKAH-pik...) A procedure in which an endoscope is inserted into the body.
endosonography(EN-doh-soh-NAH-gruh-fee) A procedure in which an endoscope is inserted into the body.
endospermThe nutritive tissue that develops in the seed of most angiosperms, containing varying proportions of carbohydrate (usually starch), protein and lipid.
endosperm mother cellOne of the seven cells of the mature plant embryo sac, containing the two polar nuclei and, which, following fertilization, gives rise to the primary…
endostatin(EN-doh-STA-tin) A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer. Endostatin is made from a type of collagen (a protein found in cartilage and other…
Endothelialrelating to a flat layer of cells lining the heart, for example, or blood vessels.
endothelial cellThe main type of cell found in the inside lining of blood vessels, lymph vessels, and the heart.
endothelin receptor antagonist(EN-doh-THEE-lin reh-SEP-ter an-TAG-uh-nist) A drug that blocks the hormone endothelin and may prevent prostate cancer from spreading to the bones.
endothelin-1 protein receptor antagonist(EN-doh-THEE-lin ... PROH-teen reh-SEP-ter an-TAG-uh-nist) A substance that blocks the binding of the endothelin-1 protein to its receptor.
EndothermicA heat absorbing reaction or a reaction that requires heat.
endotoxinA component of the cell wall of gram-negative bacteria that elicits, in mammals, an inflammatory response and fever.
Endowment FundsThose funds that have been given to the State of Arizona and held in perpetual trust, the investment of which is made on behalf of designated…
endpointIn clinical trials, an event or outcome that can be measured objectively to determine whether the intervention being studied is beneficial.