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English word origin

Etymology of FOXP2

FOX + P + 2: Acronym of forkhead box protein P2.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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noun

regulatory gene and RNA gene responsible for the development of throat structures; in humans, those related to speech. · The protein produced by the gene

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

FOX + P + 2: Acronym of forkhead box protein P2.

Relationships mentioned by the source

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  • Compound componentFOXen
  • Compound componentPen
  • Compound component2en
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