Synonyms of diploid

Noun


1. diploid, organism, being

usage: (genetics) an organism or cell having the normal amount of DNA per cell; i.e., two sets of chromosomes or twice the haploid number

Adjective


1. diploid (vs. polyploid) (vs. haploid)

usage: of a cell or organism having two sets of chromosomes or twice the haploid number; "diploid somatic cells"

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Definition and meaning of diploid (Dictionary)