genes

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A form of gene — A theoretical unit of heredity of living organisms which may take several values and (in principle) predetermines a precise trait of an organism's form (phenotype), such as hair color.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of gene

Synonyms & antonyms

Also see
genetics

Rhymes & wordplay

Sounds the same

jeans
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APA

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MLA

“genes.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/genes. Accessed November 2, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “genes,” accessed November 2, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/genes.

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