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Word: cycler (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • Anything with a cycles between different states.
  • biochemistry a thermal cycler; a machine for creating multiple copies of DNA sequences.
  • by extension A, usually man-made, object that follows such an orbit.
  • computing a task in a cycle of tasks where the status of being active task is passed around the loop.
  • astronomy An orbit that approaches two astronomical bodies on a regular basis.
  • dated cyclist
  • medicine A device for performing dialysis; for mechanically purifying blood
  • euphemism a person with bipolar disorder, often used when comparing the speed of mood swings.

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