Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

genome

Noun
ˈdʒiːnoʊm
Definition
The complete set of genetic material present in a cell or organism.
Examples
  • The human genome has been mapped, providing insights into genetic diseases.
  • Scientists study the genome of various organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
Meaning
A genome comprises all of an organism’s DNA, including its genes and non-coding sequences.
Synonyms
  • Genetic material
  • Hereditary information
  • DNA sequence