English word siderophore comes from English -phore (Bearer, carrier or conveyor.), English sidero-
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -phore | English (eng) | Bearer, carrier or conveyor. |
| sidero- | English (eng) | Related to stars or constellations, as sidereal relationships. Related to iron or steel, as in siderosis (fibrosis caused by iron deposits). |
| siderophore | English (eng) | (biochemistry) Any medium-sized molecule that has a high specificity for binding or chelating iron; they are employed by microorganisms to obtain iron from the environment. A siderophage. |