Meaning of the word translocation in English
What does translocation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
translocation
US /ˌtrænz.loʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌtrænz.ləʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
the act or process of moving something or someone from one place to another
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The translocation of the ancient monument required careful planning.
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Wildlife conservationists often perform translocation of endangered species to safer habitats.
2.
a type of chromosomal abnormality in which a chromosome breaks and a portion of it reattaches to a different chromosome
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Genetic testing revealed a balanced translocation in the patient's chromosomes.
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Certain types of cancer are associated with specific chromosomal translocations.