(music) A mode that is the same as a major key, with the interval pattern:

(music) a mode whose scale is the same as a natural minor scale, with the interval pattern:

(music) a mode whose scale is the same as a major key with the fourth scale degree raised by one half step, with the interval pattern:

(networking) A description of the standard functions of a communications system in terms of seven layers of abstraction (the OSI layers).

(music) A mode whose scale is the same as a minor key with the second scale degree lowered by one half step, with the interval pattern (semitone - tone - tone - semitone - tone - tone - tone).

A form of consensus decision-making characterised by cooperation despite significant differences among parties.

(genetics) A model of DNA replication that leaves intact the original DNA molecule.

(genetics) A model of DNA replication in which two new DNA molecules are produced containing regions of either both original, or both new, strands.

(intellectual property law) An intellectual property right in certain legal systems, to protect invention, very similar to the patent, but usually with shorter term and less stringent patentability requirements.

(cytology) A proposed transport mechanism of protein through the Golgi apparatus in which the cisternae move, beginning at the cis face and progressing via the medial face to the trans face.