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[げん()·すう()·ぶん()·れつ()]
gensuubunretsu
noun

Root Words:

[げん()·すう() + ぶん()·れつ()]
gensuu + bunretsu

English Meaning(s) for 減数分裂

noun
  1. meiosis

Definition and Synonyms for 減数分裂

Meiosis understatement for rhetorical effect (especially when expressing an affirmative by negating its contrary)
Synonyms: 減数分裂
Reduction Division cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms
Synonyms: 減数分裂
Reduction Division the nucleus divides into four nuclei each containing half the chromosome number (leading to gametes in animals and spores in plants)
Synonyms: 減数分裂

Meanings for each kanji in 減数分裂

» dwindle; decrease; reduce; decline; curtail; get hungry
» number; strength; fate; law; figures
» part; minute of time; segment; share; degree; one's lot; duty; understand; know; rate; 1%; chances; shaku/100
» split; rend; tear

Categories 減数分裂 is a member of

Understatement a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said
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Rhetorical Device a use of language that creates a literary effect (but often without regard for literal significance)
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Cell Division the process in reproduction and growth by which a cell divides to form daughter cells
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