(biochemistry) Any of a group of proteins that regulate signal transduction within cells.

plural of arrestin

striking, gripping

present participle of arrest

In a way or to an extent that is arresting; so as to catch the attention suddenly.

The quality of being arresting, of suddenly capturing the attention.

present participle of de-arrest

(aviation, military) A system used to quickly decelerate a landing aircraft, essential for landing on an aircraft carrier (although land-based airfields can also be equipped with arresting gear); the most common system consists of a series of transverse wire ropes designed to snag an aircraft's tailhook, connected to a hydraulic or mechanical energy-absorbing system, but other systems exist (typically only for use in an emergency situation) which use a net to slow down an aircraft.

plural of arresting gear