Function of the RNA primer: DNA polymerases need a double-stranded DNA region to which they can attach in order to begin copying the rest of the DNA strand. In order to provide this double-stranded attachment site, RNA primers are added by primase, an RNA polymerase which does not require such an attachment site itself.
Alimony definition, Law. an allowance paid to a person by that person's spouse or former spouse for maintenance, granted by a court upon a legal separation or a divorce or while action is pending. See more.
Example Sentences for alimony Where paternity is established the father is liable for support (or alimony). The next turn went on, and all went as merry as an alimony bell. A voluntary separation, with alimony on one side and on the other. A voluntary separation, with alimony on one side and on the other! The judge had fixed her alimony at $30,000 a year, and an allowance for costs. This is the usufruct for which alimony is afterwards substituted. The chief argument was directed against the claim for alimony. Alimony is payable as a rule in advance monthly instalments.