1. Organisms or cells that have more than the normal diploid number of chromosomes; individuals with a chromosome number greater than 2n.
Usage: biology; genetics; plural form of hyperploid

Examples

• Hyperploids are commonly found in plant species, where they often exhibit increased vigor.
• The researchers studied hyperploids to understand how extra chromosomes affect gene expression.
• Many crop plants are hyperploids, which can make them more resistant to disease.
• Hyperploids typically arise through errors during meiosis or fertilization.
• The laboratory isolated several hyperploids from the mutagenized population.