Definition of X-linked

1. Adjective. Relating to genes or characteristics or conditions carried on the X chromosome. "An X-linked mutation"

Partainyms: X Chromosome

Definition of X-linked

1. Adjective. (genetics) Associated with the X chromosome. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of X-linked

1. On the X chromosome. Linked in genetics does not mean merely associated. An x-linked gene travels with the x chromosome and therefore is part of the x chromosome. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of X-linked

wythowte
wyting
wyueles
wyvern
wyverns
wyves
wüstite
wüstites
x-axes
x-axis
x-direction
x-div.
x-factors
x-height
x-heights
x-linked
x-omat
x-point
x-radiation
x86
xDSL
x factor
x wave
xacuti
xacutti
xalam
xalams
xaliproden
xamoterol
xanchromatic

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