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miosis

/maɪˈəʊ.sɪs/

Traduction: Terme biologique désignant un type de division cellulaire qui produit des cellules reproductrices, ou la contraction réflexe du sphincter de l'iris en réponse à une lumière vive ou à certains médicaments.

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/maɪˈəʊ.sɪs/C1formalscientific
  • frTerme biologique désignant un type de division cellulaire qui produit des cellules reproductrices, ou la contraction réflexe du sphincter de l'iris en réponse à une lumière vive ou à certains médicaments.

A biological term referring to a type of cell division that produces reproductive cells, or a reflex contraction of the iris sphincter muscle in response to bright light or certain drugs.

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  1. C1formalscientific

    A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, producing four haploid cells, essential for sexual reproduction.

    frMéiose

    • Miosis occurs in the reproductive organs to produce gametes.
    • Errors during miosis can lead to genetic disorders.
    • The process of miosis ensures genetic diversity in offspring.

    Synonymesmeiosisreduction division

  2. Pupil constrictionC1formalmedical

    The reflexive constriction of the pupil of the eye, often in response to bright light or certain medications.

    frMyosis

    • The doctor observed miosis in the patient's eye after administering the drug.
    • Bright light triggers miosis to protect the retina.
    • Miosis can be a side effect of opioid use.

    Synonymesmyosis

    Antonymesmydriasis

Formes
  • mioses plural form
  • mioses' possessive plural form
  • miosis's possessive singular form