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crossing over

–noun Genetics.
the interchange of corresponding chromatid segments of homologous chromosomes with their linked genes.

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1910–15
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crossing over or cross·ing-o·ver   (krô'sĭng-ō'vər, krŏs'ĭng-)
n.  The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes that occurs during meiosis and contributes to genetic variability.
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Main Entry: cross·ing–over
Pronunciation: "kro-si[ng]-'O-v&r
Function: noun
: an interchange of genes or segments between homologouschromosomes
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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crossing over cross·ing o·ver (krô'sĭng) or cross·ing-o·ver (krô'sĭng-ō'vər)
n.
The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes that occurs during meiosis and contributes to genetic variability.

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crossing over or crossing-over   (krô'sĭng-ō'vər)  Pronunciation Key 
The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes that occurs during meiosis and contributes to genetic variability.
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