Imprinted
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪmˈpɹɪntɪd/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Imprinted is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of imprint.
Meaning
simple past and past participle of imprint.
More Meanings
- Stamped or impressed.
- (genetics) Produced by or exhibiting imprinting; showing distinction by its origin from the paternal or maternal genome.
Example Sentences
The inference is that there is an imprinted gene somewhere on the X chromosome, which is normally switched on only on the paternal copy and that this gene somehow enhances the development of social adjustment [...].
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include impression, embossment, form, impress, depression, print.
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