dominant

/ˈdɑmənənt/B2Loopy word list, level 3 · Core

Definition

n. (music) the fifth note of the diatonic scale
adj. exercising influence or control
adj. (of genes) producing the same phenotype whether its allele is identical or dissimilar

Word forms

Plural: dominants

Example sentences

a.
In many ecosystems, the dominant species plays a crucial role in maintaining balance.
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In genetics, the dominant trait will appear in the offspring even if only one parent carries it.