locus
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See also: lócus
English
Etymology
Pronunciation
Noun
locus (plural loci or locuses)
- A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.
- The cafeteria was the locus of activity.
- (mathematics) The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition.
- A circle is the locus of points from which the distance to the center is a given value, the radius.
- (genetics) A fixed position on a string of DNA or RNA, especially a chromosome, that may be occupied by one or more genes.
- (chiefly in the plural) A passage in writing, especially in a collection of ancient sacred writings arranged according to a theme.
Usage notes
- Sometimes confused with locust.
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Translations
place or locality
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set of all points given by an equation or condition
portion of a DNA or RNA string
Anagrams
Italian
Etymology
Internationalism. Ultimately an unadapted borrowing from Latin locus (“place, spot”). Doublet of luogo.
Pronunciation
Noun
locus m (plural loci)
Latin
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