1. of, relating to, or characterized by diploidy; having two complete sets of chromosomes
Usage: biology; genetics

Examples

• Most human cells are diploidic, containing 46 chromosomes in 23 pairs.
• The diploidic stage of the organism's life cycle allows for genetic recombination.
• Diploidic organisms can mask recessive traits through dominant alleles.
• During meiosis, diploidic cells divide to produce haploid gametes.
• The diploidic condition provides genetic diversity in sexually reproducing species.