attP

A1T1T1P3

noun

The gene sequence of a phage at the attachment point of the Lambda phage used in genetic engineering.

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Meanings

noun
  1. biologyThe gene sequence of a phage at the attachment point of the Lambda phage used in genetic engineering.

Origin

Combined from att from attachment, and P for phage.

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APA

attP. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/attP

MLA

“attP.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/attP. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “attP,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/attP.

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