word
nucleotide
NYOO-klee-oh-tyd
ˈnjuːkliəʊtaɪdListen
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Syllable breakdown
nucleotide
Dictionary meaning
The basic building block of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), consisting of a sugar, phosphate, and a base.
Examples
- Nucleotides are linked together to form the long chains of DNA and RNA.
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