English word oncomir comes from English microRNA, English onco- (Pertaining to tumors.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| microRNA | English (eng) | (genetics) A single-stranded, non-coding form of RNA, having only about 20-30 nucleotides, that has a number of functions including the regulation of gene expression. |
| onco- | English (eng) | Pertaining to tumors. |
| oncomir | English (eng) | (genetics, medicine) A form of microRNA involved in a cancer. |