atelomitic

/ˌætɪləˈmɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting a process in which a cell divides without forming a new cell wall, resulting in the formation of a bleb or bud.

“The biologist studied the atelomitic process in yeast cells.”

2. noun

a cell that has undergone an atelomitic division.

“The atelomitic cells were observed under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • endoreduplicating
  • telomereless

Antonyms

  • chromosomal
  • telomeric