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gene

noun

/dʒiːn/

Meaning

A unit of heredity in living organisms, transferred from parent to offspring, determining traits.

Eye color is influenced by genes inherited from parents.

in one's genes

DNA, chromosome, heredity, trait, genome

environment, nurture

gene mutation, gene therapy, human gene, dominant gene

a legally recognized subject or national of a state

An irresistible urge to do something, or the act of being forced.

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

A speech sound produced by blocking air flow, or a letter representing such a sound.

a woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event

a bright green precious stone used in jewelry