epigenome

See also: épigénome

English

Etymology

From epi- +‎ genome.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌɛpɪˈd͡ʒiːnoʊm/
  • Hyphenation: ep‧i‧ge‧nome

Noun

epigenome (plural epigenomes)

  1. (genetics) The total epigenetic state of a cell.
    • 2008 August 7, The American Association for Cancer Research Human Epigenome Task Force; European Union, Network of Excellence, Scientific Advisory Board, “Moving AHEAD with an international human epigenome project”, in Nature, volume 454, →DOI, page 711:
      It is now possible to define whole epigenomes, representing the totality of epigenetic marks in a given cell type. Epigenetic processes are essential for packaging and interpreting the genome, are fundamental to normal development and are increasingly recognized as being involved in human disease.
  2. (genetics) A chemical responsible for the activation of a particular gene.
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