testcross

noun

test·​cross ˈtes(t)-ˌkrȯs How to pronounce testcross (audio)
: a genetic cross between a homozygous recessive individual and a corresponding suspected heterozygote to determine the genotype of the latter
testcross transitive verb

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of testcross was in 1934

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“Testcross.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/testcross. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

testcross

noun
test·​cross ˈtest-ˌkrȯs How to pronounce testcross (audio)
ˈtes-
: a cross between an individual displaying a recessive trait and one displaying a dominant trait to determine whether or not the dominant trait is heterozygous

Medical Definition

testcross

noun
test·​cross ˈtes(t)-ˌkrȯs How to pronounce testcross (audio)
: a genetic cross between a homozygous recessive individual and a corresponding suspected heterozygote to determine the genotype of the latter
testcross transitive verb

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