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Meaning of chiasma | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
/kaɪˈæzmə/

Definitions

  1. A crossing of two nerves, ligaments etc.
  2. The contact point between the two chromatids of a chromosome during meiosis.
  3. An instance of chiasmus.
    uncommon

Equivalents

Español quiasma
Français chiasma

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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