diphygenic

/dɪfaɪˈdʒenɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or involving two sets of genetic material, especially in a cell or an organism.

“The scientist studied the diphygenic nature of the hybrid plants.”

2. noun

A cell or organism that has two sets of genetic material.

“The diphygenic cells in the petri dish showed unusual characteristics.”

Synonyms

  • heterozygous
  • polyploid

Antonyms

  • homogenic
  • homozygous