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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

chromosomes

/ˈkrɒməsoʊmz/ noun · British & US
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What does chromosomes mean?

noun

A thread-like structure found in the nucleus of living cells, consisting of a long molecule of DNA coiled around proteins.

Example

"The discovery of the structure of chromosomes revolutionized our understanding of genetics."

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