Extra gene Synonyms

Definitions for Extra


  • (adjective) being over what is needed
  • (adverb) to a great degree
  • (noun) an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original

Definitions for Gene


  • (noun) (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain ; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity