LOCUS

locus

(noun) the set of all points or lines that satisfy or are determined by specific conditions; “the locus of points equidistant from a given point is a circle”

locus

(noun) the specific site of a particular gene on its chromosome

venue, locale, locus

(noun) the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

locus (plural loci)

A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.

(mathematics) The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition.

(genetics) A fixed position on a chromosome that may be occupied by one or more genes.

(mostly, in the plural) A passage in writing, especially in a collection of ancient sacred writings arranged according to a theme.

Usage notes

• Sometimes confused with locust.

Anagrams

• ULOCs, clous

Source: Wiktionary


Lo"cus, n.; pl. Loci, & Loca. Etym: [L., place. Cf. Allow, Couch, Lieu, Local.]

1. A place; a locality.

2. (Math.)

Definition: The line traced by a point which varies its position according to some determinate law; the surface described by a point or line that moves according to a given law. Plane locus, a locus that is a straight line, or a circle.

– Solid locus, a locus that is one of the conic sections.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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