Genetic: meaning, definitions and examples
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genetic
[ dʒəˈnɛtɪk ]
biology
Relating to genes or heredity.
Synonyms
gene-related, hereditary, inherited.
Examples of usage
- The genetic code determines the characteristics of an organism.
- Genetic mutations can lead to inherited diseases.
- Genetic testing can reveal predispositions to certain conditions.
biology
The study of genes and heredity.
Synonyms
genetics, heredity, inheritance.
Examples of usage
- She specialized in genetic research.
- Geneticists study the inheritance of traits.
Translations
Translations of the word "genetic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 genético
🇮🇳 आनुवंशिक
🇩🇪 genetisch
🇮🇩 genetik
🇺🇦 генетичний
🇵🇱 genetyczny
🇯🇵 遺伝的
🇫🇷 génétique
🇪🇸 genético
🇹🇷 genetik
🇰🇷 유전적인
🇸🇦 وراثي
🇨🇿 genetický
🇸🇰 genetický
🇨🇳 遗传的
🇸🇮 genetski
🇮🇸 erfðafræðilegur
🇰🇿 генетикалық
🇬🇪 გენეტიკური
🇦🇿 genetik
🇲🇽 genético
Etymology
The word 'genetic' originates from the Greek word 'genetikos', meaning 'relative to birth or origin'. It was first used in the early 20th century in the field of biology to describe the study of heredity and variation in organisms. The discovery of DNA and the mapping of the human genome have since revolutionized genetic research, leading to advancements in medicine, agriculture, and evolutionary biology.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #3,517, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.
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