contig
- adjective
- /ˈkɒntɪɡ/
- Specialized
- In genome assembly, a contig sequence is formed by overlapping DNA fragments.
Examples
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Engineers prefer contig memory regions for faster processing in some applications.
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The data must be stored in a contig block to ensure efficient access.
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The contig sequences were analyzed for mutations.
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Researchers found a contig that linked two important genes.
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In genome sequencing, scientists analyze a contig to ensure it accurately represents overlapping DNA fragments.
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When processing large datasets, using a contig layout helps improve the efficiency of data retrieval.
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Systems designed for high performance often rely on contig memory allocation to reduce access times.
Synonyms
Without a break or gap, for example in a curve
Arranged one after another so each piece touches the next to form a line
Next to another place and sharing a border
How Continuous
Surface Forms
Etymology
Contig comes from Latin parts con- ('with') and tangere ('to touch'), the same idea behind the common word contact. So, contig means 'touching' or 'connected without gaps'.