homologue
/ˈhɒməlɒɡ
/(US homolog)
noun technical
A homologous thing.During meiosis I, the replicated sister chromatids pair with their homologs but segregate as a single unit....
- The distribution of homologues among different taxa is seen as a consequence of their phylogenetic relationship.
- It ensures proper chromosome segregation by forming a physical link between homologs during meiosis.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from French, from Greek homologos (see homologous).