telomere
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Definition & Meaning of "telomere"in English

Telomere
01

a repetitive DNA sequence at the end of a linear chromosome, protecting it from deterioration during replication, and playing a role in cellular aging and cancer development 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
telomeres
Examples
Think of telomeres as the plastic tips on the ends of a phone charger cable that keep it from wearing out. 
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