Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

loci

Noun

/ˈloʊˌkaɪ/

Definition

Loci are specific locations or points in a particular space or environment.

Examples

In the study of genetics, scientists often analyze the loci of genes to understand inheritance patterns.
The loci of the vertices of a shape can be determined by its symmetry.

Meaning

The term loci is used to refer to multiple locations in geometry, genetics, and other fields, usually indicating a place where certain events or conditions occur.