Dictionary Check: segregation

"segregation" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

noun

(genetics) the separation of paired alleles during meiosis so that members of each pair of alleles appear in different gametes

noun

a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups

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noun

the act of segregating or sequestering

Example: "sequestration of the jury"
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