nucleotide
(nu-cle-o-tide)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a basic building block of nucleic acids like DNA and RNA.
Example Sentence
A nucleotide is made up of a phosphate group and a sugar and a base.
More Example Sentences
Nucleotides are important for genetic information.
Synonyms
base unit; genetic component; nucleic acid unit
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Rhymes
- nucleotide