genetic engineering
"Genetic engineering" involves the direct manipulation of an organism's genetic material to alter its characteristics, with applications in medicine, agriculture, and research.
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Definition
C1Biotechnology
(technical, scientific)The process of altering an organism's DNA using technology to change its traits.
Example
- Scientists use genetic engineering to develop crops that are resistant to pests.
- Through genetic engineering, researchers can create bacteria that produce insulin.
C1Genetics
(academic, technical)The deliberate modification of an organism's genetic material to influence its characteristics.
Example
- Genetic engineering allows for the introduction of new traits into an organism.
- The lab specializes in genetic engineering to study hereditary diseases.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "genetic engineering":
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