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bioengineering

 

[ ˌbaɪoʊˌɛndʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

science

The application of engineering principles and techniques to biology and medicine, with the aim of creating new products, processes, and technologies.

Synonyms

biomedical engineering, biotechnology

Examples of usage

  • Bioengineering has revolutionized the medical field by creating artificial organs.
  • Many universities offer programs in bioengineering for aspiring students.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

The use of living organisms or biological systems to develop products or improve processes.

Synonyms

bioprocessing, bioremediation

Examples of usage

  • Bioengineering has led to the development of sustainable biofuels.
  • The field of bioengineering is constantly evolving as new discoveries are made.

Translations

Translations of the word "bioengineering" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bioengenharia

🇮🇳 जैव अभियांत्रिकी

🇩🇪 Bioingenieurwesen

🇮🇩 rekayasa biologi

🇺🇦 біоінженерія

🇵🇱 bioinżynieria

🇯🇵 バイオエンジニアリング

🇫🇷 génie biologique

🇪🇸 bioingeniería

🇹🇷 biyomühendislik

🇰🇷 생명공학

🇸🇦 الهندسة الحيوية

🇨🇿 bioinženýrství

🇸🇰 bioinžinierstvo

🇨🇳 生物工程

🇸🇮 bioinženiring

🇮🇸 lífverkfræði

🇰🇿 биоинженерия

🇬🇪 ბიოინჟინერია

🇦🇿 bioingeneriya

🇲🇽 bioingeniería

Etymology

The term bioengineering originated in the mid-20th century, combining 'bio-' (from biology) and 'engineering'. It emerged as a multidisciplinary field that integrates principles of engineering and biology to address challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. Bioengineering has since become a vital area of research and innovation, with applications ranging from tissue engineering to genetic engineering.

See also: engineered, engineers, overengineering.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,602 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.