Definitions for oligogeneˈɒl ɪ goʊˌdʒin, əˈlɪg ə-
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
ol•i•go•geneˈɒl ɪ goʊˌdʒin, əˈlɪg ə-(n.)
a gene that produces or significantly affects the expression of a qualitative heritable characteristic, acting either alone or with a few other genes.
Category: Genetics
Origin of oligogene:
1985–90
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