recessive

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Adjective recessive has 2 senses

recessionary, recessive - of or pertaining to a recession
recessive - of genes; producing its characteristic phenotype only when its allele is identical
Antonym: dominant

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Recessive

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to a gene or trait that is masked or only expressed when two copies, one from each parent, are present.

Sense 1: Genetic

Example: The recessive gene for red hair is only expressed when both parents contribute a copy.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A trait or gene that is expressed only when two copies are present.

Sense 1: Genetics

Example: If both parents carry the recessive for a genetic disorder, their child has a chance of inheriting it.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner that is characterized by being recessive.

Sense 1: Behavior

Example: He acted recessively, avoiding attention and blending into the background.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A temporary period of time in the school day where students can engage in social or recreational activities.

Sense 1: School

Example: The bell rang, indicating the start of recess, and the children quickly rushed outside to play.

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