Locus
/ˈləʊkəs/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Locus
noun
- A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.
"The cafeteria was the locus of activity."
- The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition.
"A circle is the locus of points from which the distance to the center is a given value, the radius."
- A fixed position on a chromosome that may be occupied by one or more genes.
- (chiefly in the plural) A passage in writing, especially in a collection of ancient sacred writings arranged according to a theme.