Haploid

What do we mean by haploid?

Having a single set of unpaired chromosomes, as in a germ cell, such as an egg or sperm, or in a moss plant or a drone bee. adjective

An organism having haploid cells. noun

Having half the number of chromosomes normally present in somatic cells; having only one chromosome of each type, and therefore having only one complete set of genes; Contrasted with diploid and polyploid. See also diploid. adjective

Of a cell having a single set of unpaired chromosomes, such as a gamete. adjective

A cell which is haploid; an organism, such as a fungus, with haploid cells. noun

Of a cell or organism having a single set of chromosomes adjective

(genetics) an organism or cell having only one complete set of chromosomes noun

A cell which is haploid.

An organism, such as a fungus, with haploid cells.

Describes one who has half the number of chromosomes that they should have. Akin to calling someone a retard and/or a freak of nature. Can also be used to imply that one is inbred. Urban Dictionary

Another way of saying “What’s up?”, “What’s the move?”, or “What’s happenin’?” Urban Dictionary

Harvesting Haploids is a term that relates to male masturbation - at the height of which haploid cells are expelled at speeds as high as 25 miles per hour. See also gathering gametes Urban Dictionary

Words that are spelled similarly to haploid:
haploid, haloid.

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