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Definition of homologue in English: homologue(US homolog) noun ˈhɒməlɒɡ technical A homologous thing. Example sentencesExamples - We attempted to glean information about their functions by searching for possible homologs in other organisms.
- The most important point is that this gene has no homologues in other organisms, making it an attractive drug target.
- During meiosis I, the replicated sister chromatids pair with their homologs but segregate as a single unit.
- It ensures proper chromosome segregation by forming a physical link between homologs during meiosis.
- Several studies show involvement of telomeres in the pairing of homologs during meiosis.
- The distribution of homologues among different taxa is seen as a consequence of their phylogenetic relationship.
Synonyms counterpart, analogue, equivalent, likeness, correspondent, match, twin, duplicate, equal, coequal, mirror
Origin Mid 19th century: from French, from Greek homologos (see homologous). Definition of homolog in US English: homolog(also homologue) noun technical A homologous thing. Example sentencesExamples - It ensures proper chromosome segregation by forming a physical link between homologs during meiosis.
- During meiosis I, the replicated sister chromatids pair with their homologs but segregate as a single unit.
- We attempted to glean information about their functions by searching for possible homologs in other organisms.
- Several studies show involvement of telomeres in the pairing of homologs during meiosis.
- The most important point is that this gene has no homologues in other organisms, making it an attractive drug target.
- The distribution of homologues among different taxa is seen as a consequence of their phylogenetic relationship.
Synonyms counterpart, analogue, equivalent, likeness, correspondent, match, twin, duplicate, equal, coequal, mirror
Origin Mid 19th century: from French, from Greek homologos (see homologous). |