ds

1 of 4

abbreviation (1)

double-stranded
typically used in combination
dsDNA

ds

2 of 4

plural of d entry 1

Ds

3 of 4

symbol

darmstadtium

DS

4 of 4

abbreviation

1
[Italian dal segno] from the sign
2
detached service
3
document signed

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“Ds.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ds. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

Medical Definition

Ds

symbol
darmstadtium
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