See more synonyms on Thesaurus.com. noun, (used with a singular verb) 1. Biology. the science of heredity, dealing with resemblances and differences of related organisms resulting from the interaction of their genes and the environment.
Rx: A medical prescription. The symbol Rx is usually said to stand for the Latin word recipe meaning to take.. It is customarily part of the superscription (heading) of a prescription.
Definition of cervix. plural. cervices. play \ËsÉr-vÉ-ËsÄz, (Ë)sÉr-ËvÄ«-(Ë)sÄz\ or. cervixes. 1 : neck; especially : the back part of the neck. 2 : a constricted portion of an organ or part; especially : the narrow outer end of the uterus.