Acentric
not centered; having no center.
Genetics. of or relating to a chromosome or chromatid that lacks a centromere.
Historical Examples
If the propulsive action does not pass through the centre of gravity the system again becomes “acentric.”
The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning V. E. Johnson
adjective
without a centre
not on centre; eccentric
(genetics) (of a chromosome or chromosome fragment) lacking a centromere
noun
an acentric chromosome or fragment
acentric a·cen·tric (ā-sěn’trĭk)
adj.
Having no center.
Not located in the center.
Of or relating to a chromosome fragment lacking a centromere.
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