Term: cytosine: a base found in DNA and RNA and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with guanine
Candidate hypernym: pyrimidine: any of several basic compounds derived from pyrimidine → 1
Candidate hypernym: prop root: a root that grows from and supports the stem above the ground in plants such as mangroves → 0
Candidate hypernym: linuron: a herbicide that kills weeds without harming vegetables → 0
Candidate hypernym: modern dance: a style of theatrical dancing that is not as restricted as classical ballet; movements are expressive of feelings → 0
Candidate hypernym: kieserite: a white mineral consisting of hydrous magnesium sulfate often found in salt mines → 0
Candidate hypernym: elastin: a fibrous scleroprotein found in elastic tissues such as the walls of arteries → 0
Candidate hypernym: lac: resinlike substance secreted by certain lac insects; used in e.g. varnishes and sealing wax → 0
Candidate hypernym: pupillary sphincter: a ring of smooth muscle surrounding the iris → 0
Candidate hypernym: monsignor: (Roman Catholic Church) an ecclesiastical title of honor bestowed on some priests → 0
Candidate hypernym: cypress spurge: Old World perennial having foliage resembling cypress; naturalized as a weed in the United States → 0
Candidate hypernym: place kick: (sports) a kick in which the ball is placed on the ground before kicking → 0