"gametologue" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: gametologues [plural]
Etymology: Blend of gamete + homologue? Etymology templates: {{blend|en|gamete|homologue}} Blend of gamete + homologue Head templates: {{en-noun}} gametologue (plural gametologues)
  1. (genetics) A gene that is homologous to one on a sex chromosome. Categories (topical): Genetics Related terms: gametologous
    Sense id: en-gametologue-en-noun-cYiz4Utn Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header Topics: biology, genetics, medicine, natural-sciences, sciences

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