Pronunciation of 'Oncogene'
The word 'Oncogene' is pronounced as 'ˈɒŋkəˌdʒiːn' in English (en-US). It refers to a gene that has the potential to cause cancer. The pronunciation emphasizes the first syllable 'ON', followed by 'kuh' and 'jeen'.
Word Origin
The term 'Oncogene' originates from the Greek words 'onkos' meaning mass or tumor, and 'gene' referring to a unit of heredity.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A gene that has the potential to cause cancer, typically through mutations or increased expression.
Pronounced as 'ON-kuh-jeen'. 'ON' as in 'on', 'kuh' as in 'cuh', and 'jeen' as in 'gene'.