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A chromosome is an organized structure of DNA and protein that is found in cells. It is a single piece of coiled DNA containing many genes, regulatory elements and other nucleotide sequences. Chromosomes also contain... Full article >>>.
LINK / CITE ADD TO WORD LIST. noun. The definition of a chromosome is a thread-like structure of DNA (nucleic acids and proteins) that carries genes. The X or Y gene that determines whether you will be a boy or a girl is an example of a chromosome.noun. 1  A linear strand of DNA and associated proteins in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells that carries the genes and functions in the transmission of hereditary information.hromosome. noun. 1  A linear strand of DNA and associated proteins in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells that carries the genes and functions in the transmission of hereditary information.