Locus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈləʊkəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Locus is a noun meaning A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.
Meaning
A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.
More Meanings
- (mathematics) The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition.
- (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.
Example Sentences
The cafeteria was the locus of activity.
Holonyms: subband < band < region < replicon
Meronyms: sublocus; gene, cistron; pseudogene
A circle is the locus of points from which the distance to the center is a given value, the radius.
Word Forms
- loci
- locuses
Synonyms for locus
Depending on context, synonyms include venue, locale.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include locale, venue, location, source, forum, standing.
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