1. (genetics) of a cell or organism having more than twice the haploid number of chromosomes
   "a polyploid cell"; "a polyploid species"

1. (genetics) an organism or cell having more than twice the haploid number of chromosomes
   "Many plant species are polyploids, which can lead to larger fruit size"

Derived forms: polyploids

See also: triploid

Type of: being, organism

Antonym: diploid, haploid

Encyclopedia: Polyploid