How to Pronounce Sex-linked

To pronounce "sex-linked", say SEXL-ink-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

SEXL-ink-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “sex-linked”

"sex-linked" has 3 syllables: sexl-ink-ed. It rhymes with x-linked, if that helps it stick.

What does sex-linked mean?

adjective

  1. Of a mutation or other genetic feature, carried on the chromosome shared by both the male and female of the species (e.g. the X-chromosome in mammals or the Z-chromosome in birds).

Words that rhyme with sex-linked

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x-linked

Related words

sexlinkedsex-influencedholandricpseudoautosomalsex-limitedtransdominantheterogametichemizygous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sex-linked"?▾

"Sex-linked" has 3 syllables: sexl · ink · ed.

What does "sex-linked" mean?▾

Sex-linked: Of a mutation or other genetic feature, carried on the chromosome shared by both the male and female of the species (e.g. the X-chromosome in mammals or the Z-chromosome in birds).

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