Admixed: meaning, definitions and examples

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admixed

 

[ ædˈmɪkst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

genetics, biology

The term 'admixed' refers to organisms or populations that arise from the mixing of two or more distinct genetic lineages. In genetics, it is commonly used to describe individuals whose ancestry comes from multiple populations, which can result in a diverse genetic makeup. This mixing can lead to variations in traits and characteristics, reflecting the contributions of different ancestral groups. Admixed populations can also present unique challenges in studying inheritance and health outcomes.

Synonyms

hybrid, interbred, mixed

Examples of usage

  • The admixed population showed a unique set of genetic traits.
  • Researchers studied the health implications of admixed individuals.
  • Admixed ancestry can complicate genetic studies.
  • He discovered that he was part of an admixed community.

Translations

Translations of the word "admixed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 misturado

🇮🇳 मिश्रित

🇩🇪 gemischt

🇮🇩 campuran

🇺🇦 змішаний

🇵🇱 mieszany

🇯🇵 混合した

🇫🇷 mélangé

🇪🇸 mezclado

🇹🇷 karışık

🇰🇷 혼합된

🇸🇦 مختلط

🇨🇿 smíšený

🇸🇰 zmiešaný

🇨🇳 混合的

🇸🇮 mešan

🇮🇸 blandaður

🇰🇿 аралас

🇬🇪 შერეული

🇦🇿 qarışıq

🇲🇽 mezclado

Word origin

The word 'admixed' is derived from the prefix 'ad-', meaning 'to' or 'toward', and the verb 'mix', which originates from the Latin 'mixtus', the past participle of 'miscere', meaning 'to mix'. The prefix adds the notion of directionality (toward mixing) to the process. 'Admixed' began to gain traction in scientific discourse, particularly in the fields of genetics and anthropology, during the late 20th century as increased awareness of genetic diversity and admixture in human populations emerged. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the complexities of genetic ancestry and the implications of mixed heritage.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,031 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.