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multistrand

/ˌmʌl.tiˈstrænd/
mul · ti · strand

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1

Consisting of multiple individual threads, wires, or fibers woven or twisted together.

Example

"The electrician used a multistrand copper cable to ensure flexibility and prevent breakage within the wall."


2

Designed with several separate chains, strings of beads, or ropes worn layered together, especially referring to jewelry.

Example

"She paired her elegant black dress with a striking multistrand pearl necklace."


3

Involving or possessing more than one strand of a molecular sequence, such as in complex DNA or RNA structures.

Example

"The scientists observed how the multistrand nucleic acid complex folded under specific thermal conditions."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed by combining the Latin-derived prefix 'multi-' (many) with the English word 'strand'.

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180019102020

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