equatorial plate

noun

1
: metaphase plate
2
: equatorial plane

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of equatorial plate was in 1882

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“Equatorial plate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equatorial%20plate. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.

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equatorial plate

noun
1
: metaphase plate
2
: equatorial plane
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