SpellRight

SpellRight › Spelling

Uncommon

allele

The correct spelling is allele.

How to pronounce allele

noun

IPA: /ˈæ.liː.l/

Say it like: All-ele

The correct spelling is allele. One of a number of alternative forms of the same gene occupying a given position, or locus, on a chromosome.

Usage Examples

No usage examples in context are available for this word.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.One of a number of alternative forms of the same gene occupying a given position, or locus, on a chromosome.

Similar words

Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.

View synonyms & usage examples