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cistron

[ sis-tron ]

noun

, Genetics.
  1. a segment of DNA that encodes for the formation of a specific polypeptide chain; a structural gene.


cistron

/ ˈsɪstrən /

noun

  1. genetics the section of a chromosome that encodes a single polypeptide chain
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cistron

/ sĭstrŏn′ /

  1. A section of DNA that contains the genetic code for a single polypeptide and functions as a hereditary unit.
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  • cis·tronic adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of cistron1

First recorded in 1955–60; cis- + tr(ans)- + -on 1
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Word History and Origins

Origin of cistron1

C20: from cis-trans; see cis-trans test
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Example Sentences

Cistron paid $11.60, $6.20 and $4.20.

In the main feature, the Grade 1 $300,000 Bing Crosby, for sprinters going six furlongs with a free pass to the Breeders’ Cup Sprint, was won by Cistron under a perfectly rated ride by Victor Espinoza.

Cistron get second-favorite honors at 5-2.

In what was likely considered the feature, the Grade 2 $200,000 Triple Bend for older horses going seven furlongs, Air Strike made a serious late rush, going from seventh to win by a head over Cistron.

Cistron was second and Nero finished third.

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