Cis - English meaning

adjective

Denoting or relating to a molecular structure in which two particular atoms or groups lie on the same side of a given plane in the molecule, in particular denoting an isomer in which substituents at opposite ends of a carbon–carbon double bond are on the same side of the bond.

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The cis isomer of stilbene

adjective

Short for cisgender.

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We do not make arbitrary distinctions between trans and cis women

prefix

On this side of; on the side nearer to the speaker.

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Cisatlantic

prefix

Referring or relating to people whose sense of personal identity and gender corresponds with their birth sex.

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Cisgender

prefix

Denoting molecules with cis arrangements of substituents.

Usage examples:

Cis -1,2-dichloroethene

abbreviation

Commonwealth of independent states.