Definition of Antiparallel

1. Adjective. (especially of vectors) parallel but oppositely directed. "Antiparallel vectors"

Similar to: Parallel

Definition of Antiparallel

1. a. Running in a contrary direction.

Definition of Antiparallel

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Antiparallel

1. Straight lines or planes which make angles in some respect opposite in character to those made by parallel lines or planes. Can be used to refer to the two strands of DNA that align in a helical fashion. (01 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Antiparallel

antiodontalgic
antioestrogen
antioestrogenic
antioncogene
antiophthalmic factor
antiorgastic
antioxidant
antioxidant
antioxidants
antioxidants
antiozonant
antiozonants
antipain
antipapal
antiparallel (current term)
antiparallel (current term)
antiparallel strand
antiparalytic
antiparalytical
antiparasite
antiparasitic
antiparasitic
antiparasitic agents
antiparastata
antiparietal cell antibody
antiparkinson agents
antiparticle
antiparticles
antiparties
antiparty

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