Autosome definition
A chromosome that is not a sex chromosome.
noun
Any chromosome that is not a sex chromosome; specif., either of a pair of like chromosomes in a diploid cell.
noun
A chromosome that is not a sex chromosome.
noun
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Noun
Singular:
autosome
Plural:
autosomesOrigin of autosome
- From auto- + Ancient Greek σῶμα (sōma).
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