segregant
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /sɛˈɡrɛɡənt/
KK: /sɛgˈrɛgənt/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is different from either of its parents due to the process of segregation, often used in genetics.
Example
The segregant plants showed unique traits that were not present in either parent plant.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new study on plants that shows a segregant genotype?
No, I haven't! What does that mean?
It means the plants differ from their parents due to genetic segregation.
That's really interesting! I wonder how that affects their growth.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
separate
divided
isolated
Antonyms
united
combined
integrated
noun
Definition
A type of organism or genetic variant that is separated from others, often used in biological or genetic contexts.
Example
The researchers studied the segregant to understand its unique traits compared to the parent organisms.
Conversation
Have you ever heard about the concept of a segregant in genetics?
No, I haven't! What does it mean?
It's a term used for a type of organism that has separated from its parent species.
Root Explanation
Segregant is formed from "se-" (meaning apart) and "gregare" (meaning to gather). The word describes something that gathers or separates apart from a group.
Memory Tip
Think of something that 'gathers apart' — 'se-' means apart, and 'gregare' means to gather.
Visually Confused Words
serjeant
sergeant
serean