codon Meaning & Definition
/ˈkəʊ.dɒn/
What Does Codon Mean?
Codon is a noun that means A handbell used for summoning monks. It is also used to mean The "bell" or flaring mouth of a trumpet.
Codon at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkəʊ.dɒn/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Plural | codons |
Codon Definition (Noun)
- A handbell used for summoning monks.
- The "bell" or flaring mouth of a trumpet.
Noun
- A sequence of three adjacent nucleotides, which encode for a specific amino acid during protein synthesis or translation.
Synonyms of Codon
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Codon synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
codon (plural codons)
Words That Rhyme With Codon
Origin of Codon
Origin 1: From Latin codon, from Ancient Greek κώδων (kṓdōn).
Origin 2: From code + -on.
Pronouncing Codon
You say codon as /ˈkəʊ.dɒn/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (kəʊ).