Definitions for x-linkedˈɛksˌlɪŋkt
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
X-linkedˈɛksˌlɪŋkt(adj.)
of or pertaining to a trait controlled by a gene or genes on theXchromosome.
Category: Genetics
of or pertaining to a gene on anXchromosome.
Category: Genetics
Origin of X-linked:
1945–50
Princeton's WordNet
X-linked(adj)
relating to genes or characteristics or conditions carried on the X chromosome
"an X-linked mutation"
Wiktionary
X-linked(Adjective)
Associated with the X chromosome.
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