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tetrad

[ˈtetræd]

tetrad Definition

  • 1a group of four
  • 2a group of four cells formed by meiosis

Using tetrad: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tetrad" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Beatles were a famous tetrad.

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    The formation of a tetrad is a crucial step in meiosis.

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    The company is run by a tetrad of executives.

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    The team was composed of a tetrad of experts.

tetrad Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with tetrad

  • a genetic analysis technique used to study the behavior of chromosomes during meiosis

    Example

    Tetrad analysis revealed that the mutation was located on chromosome 2.

  • a color scheme consisting of four colors arranged into two complementary pairs

    Example

    The artist used a tetradic color scheme of blue, green, red, and yellow in their painting.

  • an ancient Greek silver coin worth four drachmas

    Example

    The museum has a collection of tetradrachms from the Hellenistic period.

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Summary: tetrad in Brief

The term 'tetrad' [ˈtetræd] refers to a group of four, such as The Beatles, or a group of four cells formed by meiosis. It can also refer to a tetradic color scheme or a tetradrachm, an ancient Greek silver coin worth four drachmas.