First Known Use: 1887
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micronucleus
noun mi·cro·nu·cle·us \ˌmī-krō-ˈnü-klē-əs, -ˈnyü-\
Definition of MICRONUCLEUS
: a minute nucleus; specifically : one that is primarily concerned with reproductive and genetic functions in most ciliated protozoans
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micronucleus
noun mi·cro·nu·cle·us \ˌmī-krō-ˈn(y)ü-klē-əs\
Medical Definition of MICRONUCLEUS
: a minute nucleus; specifically : one regarded as primarily concerned with reproductive and genetic functions in most ciliated protozoans—compare macronucleus
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