Definition of multivalent Multivalent
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We found 10 definitions of multivalent from 3 different sources.
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What does multivalent mean?
WordNet
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| multivalent - used of the association of three or more homologous chromosomes during the first division of meiosis | ||
| univalent used of a chromosome that is not paired or united with its homologous chromosome during synapsis; "a univalent chromosome" | ||
| genetic science, genetics the branch of biology that studies heredity and variation in organisms | ||
| multivalent - having many values, meanings, or appeals; "subtle, multivalent allegory" | ||
| multi-valued | ||
| multivalent - having more than one valence, or having a valence of 3 or higher | ||
| polyvalent | ||
| chemical science, chemistry the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions | ||
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Wiktionary 
- multivalent (Noun)
Any multivalent chromosome. - multivalent (Adjective)
Having more than one valency or having a valency greater than 3; polyvalent. - multivalent (Adjective)
Having three or more homologous chromosomes during the first division of meiosis. - multivalent (Adjective)
Having more than one attachment site for an antibody or antigen. - multivalent (Adjective)
Having many meanings.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- multivalent (a.)
Having a valence greater than one, as silicon. - multivalent (a.)
Having more than one degree of valence, as sulphur.
