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1. Prefix (in italics) denoting across, through, beyond; opposite of cis-. 2. In genetics, a prefix denoting the location of two genes on opposite chromosomes of a homologous pair. 3. In organic chemistry (in italics), a form of geometric isomerism in which the atoms attached to two carbon atoms, joined by double bonds, are located on opposite sides of the molecule. 4. In biochemistry, a prefix to a group name in an enzyme name or a reaction denoting transfer of that group from one compound to another; e.g., transformylase (transfers a formyl group), transpeptidation. [L. trans, through, across]

through or across. Example: transurethral (through the urethra).