oncogene
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/ˈɒŋkə(ʊ)dʒiːn/(UK)
Definition of oncogene
1 sense · 1 part of speech · etymology included
noun
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Any gene that contributes to the conversion of a normal cell into a cancerous cell when mutated or expressed at high levels.
“It was obvious from the start what kinds of genes oncogenes would turn out to be – genes that encourage cells to grow.”
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Etymology
From onco- + gene.
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