(cytology, genetics) A linear arrangement of condensed DNA and associated proteins (such as chaperone proteins) which contains the genetic material (genome) of an organism.

plural of chromosome

(in combination) Having a specified kind or number of chromosomes.

Of or relating to chromosomes.

With reference to chromosomes.

(genetics, especially in combination) Having a specified type or number of chromosomes

With reference to a type of chromosome

(genetics) Alternative spelling of X chromosome

(genetics) Alternative spelling of Y chromosome

(genetics) A mammalian sex chromosome, occurring only in male cells. Cells of females have a pair of X chromosomes while cells of males have an X and a Y.