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dyad /dy·ad/ (di´ad) a double chromosome resulting from the halving of a tetrad.
dy·ad (dd, -d)
n.
1. Two individuals or units regarded as a pair, such as a mother and a daughter.
2. A divalent atom or radical.
3. One pair of homologous chromosomes resulting from the division of a tetrad during meiosis.
dyad
[dī′ad]
Etymology: Gk, dyas, two
one of the paired homologous chromosomes, consisting of two chromatids, that result from the division of a tetrad in the first meiotic division of gametogenesis. dyadic, adj.
dyad
Psychiatry A 2-person relationship–eg, a therapeutic relationship between doctor and Pt in psychotherapy. See Folie á dieux. Cf Shared delusion.


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