messenger RNA

n single-stranded DNA that is complementary to messenger RNA or DNA that has been synthesized from messenger RNA by reverse transcriptase

plural of cDNA n single-stranded DNA that is complementary to messenger RNA or DNA that has been synthesized from messenger RNA by reverse transcriptase

n French biochemist who (with Francois Jacob) explained how genes are activated and suggested the existence of messenger RNA (1910-1976)

convert the genetic information in (a strand of DNA) into a strand of RNA, especially messenger RNA

v write out from speech, notes, etc. v rewrite in a different script v rewrite or arrange a piece of music for an instrument or medium other than that originally intended v make a phonetic transcription of v convert the genetic information in (a strand of DNA) into a strand of RNA, especially messenger RNA s recorded for broadcast