Definitions for multivalent
ˌmʌl tɪˈveɪ lənt, mʌlˈtɪv ə ləntmul·ti·va·lent

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. multivalentadjective

   used of the association of three or more homologous chromosomes during the first division of meiosis

2. polyvalent, multivalentadjective

   having more than one valence, or having a valence of 3 or higher

3. multivalent, multi-valuedadjective

   having many values, meanings, or appeals

   "subtle, multivalent allegory"

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1. Multivalentadjective

   (Immunology) Having multiple antigen-binding sites; -- of antibody molecules.

2. Multivalentadjective

   (Immunology) Containing several types of antibody, to protect against more than one disease; polyvalent; -- of vaccines.

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1. multivalentadjective

   Having more than one valency or having a valency greater than 3; polyvalent

2. multivalentadjective

   Having three or more homologous chromosomes during the first division of meiosis

3. multivalentadjective

   Having more than one attachment site for an antibody or antigen

4. multivalentadjective

   Having many meanings

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1. multivalent

   In chemistry, polyvalency (or polyvalence, multivalency) is the property of chemical species (generally atoms or molecules) that exhibit more than one valence by forming multiple chemical bonds (Fig. 1). A bivalent species can form two bonds; a trivalent species can form three bonds; and so on.The principle of polyvalency also applies to larger species, such as antibodies, medical drugs, and even nanoparticles surface-functionalized with ligands, like spherical nucleic acids, which can show enhanced or cooperative binding compared to their monovalent counterparts. Nanoparticles with multiple nucleic acid strands on their surfaces (e.g., DNA) can form multiple bonds with one another by DNA hybridization to form hierarchical assemblies, some of which are highly crystalline in nature.

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1. multivalent

   Multivalent has different meanings in different fields but generally, it refers to something having multiple values, functionalities, or aspects. 1. In chemistry, it refers to an element or ion that is able to form multiple bonds with other species due to having more than one valence electron. 2. In biology, it's used to describe a vaccine or antigen that has multiple strains or types of a particular pathogen, providing immunity against multiple diseases. 3. In linguistics, it refers to a word, especially a verb, that takes two or more arguments. 4. In the field of symbolism and semiotics, it refers to a symbol, sign, or idea that carries multiple interpretations or meanings. Thus, essentially multivalent refers to something which has the ability to interact or affect in multiple ways or forms, or has multiple meanings or values.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Multivalentadjective

   having a valence greater than one, as silicon

2. Multivalentadjective

   having more than one degree of valence, as sulphur

3. Etymology: [Multi- + L. valens, p. pr. See Valence.]

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Multivalent

   mut-tiv′a-lent, adj. (chem.) equivalent in combining or displacing power to a number of hydrogen or other monad atoms.—n. Multiv′alence.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of multivalent in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of multivalent in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=multivalent
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=multivalent
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Multivalent
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multivalent
5. ^ ChatGPT
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6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multivalent
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=multivalent