Definition

A specific place or position, often used in mathematics to refer to a set of points that meet certain conditions, or in biology to describe the location of a gene on a chromosome.

Example

The locus of the gene determines its position on the chromosome.

Conversation

I read an article about the locus of innovation in tech companies.

That sounds interesting! What did it say?

It explained how certain places become hubs for creativity and development.

Yeah, I can see how that would attract talent and resources.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Locus → It originates from Latin 'locus' (meaning place or location). The word 'locus' refers to a specific place or position.

Memory Tip

Think of 'locus' as a specific 'place' in Latin, which helps you remember that it means a particular location.

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