monozygotic twin

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Noun monozygotic twin has 1 sense

identical twin, monozygotic twin, monozygous twin - either of two twins developed from the same fertilized ovum (having the same genetic material)
--₁ is a kind of twin
--₁ has particulars: Siamese twin, conjoined twin

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Monozygotic Twin

Definition: Monozygotic twin refers to one of two offspring that are developed from a single fertilized ovum (egg) and share the same genetic makeup. Also known as identical twins.

Senses:

Main Sense: A twin that is genetically identical to its sibling as they both originated from the same fertilized egg.
Secondary Sense: A term used to describe the development and characteristics of identical twins.

Examples:

1. Sarah and Emily are monozygotic twins. They look so similar, it's hard to tell them apart.
2. The study aimed to examine the behavioral similarities of monozygotic twins raised in different environments.
3. Monozygotic twins share the same DNA, making them an ideal subject for genetic research.

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