triploidic

/trɪˈploʊɪdɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or having three times the usual number of chromosomes in an organism’s cell, especially in a plant with three sets of chromosomes.

“The triploidic plant was used to create a new strain of wheat with improved yields.”

2. noun

a cell or organism with three times the usual number of chromosomes.

“The researcher studied the triploidic cells to understand the effects of genetic mutation.”

Synonyms

  • aneuploid
  • triploid

Antonyms

  • diploid
  • haploid