alphoid

A1L1P3H4O1I1D2

adjective

Describing repetitive tandem sequences of DNA in the human centromere

“alphoid DNA”

Scrabble 13

Meanings

adjectivealphoid (not comparable)
  1. not comparablebiologyDescribing repetitive tandem sequences of DNA in the human centromere

    alphoid DNA

  2. not comparablemedicineHaving the brainwave pattern associated with alertness.

    alphoid rhythm

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APA

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MLA

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Chicago

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

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