messenger RNA


nounGenetics.
  1. a single-stranded molecule of RNA that is synthesized in the nucleus from a DNA template and then enters the cytoplasm, where its genetic code specifies the amino acid sequence for protein synthesis. Abbreviation: mRNA

Origin of messenger RNA

1
First recorded in 1960–65

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British Dictionary definitions for messenger RNA

messenger RNA

noun
  1. biochem a form of RNA, transcribed from a single strand of DNA, that carries genetic information required for protein synthesis from DNA to the ribosomes: Sometimes shortened to: mRNA See also transfer RNA, genetic code

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Scientific definitions for messenger RNA

messenger RNA

[ mĕsən-jər ]


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