Segregation
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(genetics) the separation of paired alleles during meiosis so that members of each pair of alleles appear in different gametes
Framework senses
- §1
- the act of segregating or sequestering
- §2
- a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups
- §3
- (genetics) the separation of paired alleles during meiosis so that members of each pair of alleles appear in different gametes