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MIOSES: definition and more

7 synonyms in 2 meanings 4 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of MIOSES by meaning

noun

  1. (genetics) cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms; the nucleus divides into four nuclei each containing half the chromosome number (leading to gametes in animals and spores in plants)

    Also: reduction division.

  2. reflex contraction of the sphincter muscle of the iris in response to a bright light (or certain drugs) causing the pupil to become smaller

    Also: light reflex, pupillary reflex.