mul·ti·va·lent 
(mŭl′tĭ-vālənt, mŭl-tĭvə-lənt)
(mŭl′tĭ-vālənt, mŭl-tĭvə-lənt)adj.
1. Genetics Of or relating to the association of three or more homologous chromosomes during the first division of meiosis.
2. Chemistry & Immunology Polyvalent.
3. Having various meanings or values: subtle, multivalent allegory.
mul′ti·valence n.