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recombined

 

[ ˌriːˈkəmˌbaɪnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

science fiction

Recombined refers to the process of combining elements or components again, after they have been separated. This term is often used in genetics to denote the merging of different DNA sequences that can result in new genetic combinations. In technology, it can pertain to the integration of various data sources into a unified dataset, enhancing the overall analysis. The act of recombining can lead to innovative outcomes across various fields, from biology to digital media.

Synonyms

combined, integrated, merged, united

Examples of usage

  • The scientists recombined the DNA strands to study mutations.
  • In the latest experiment, they recombined various chemical compounds.
  • The software allows users to recombine file formats for better compatibility.

Translations

Translations of the word "recombined" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recombinado

🇮🇳 पुनः संयोजित

🇩🇪 rekombiniert

🇮🇩 rekombinasi

🇺🇦 перекомбінований

🇵🇱 rekombinowany

🇯🇵 再結合された

🇫🇷 recombiné

🇪🇸 recombinado

🇹🇷 yeniden birleştirilmiş

🇰🇷 재조합된

🇸🇦 معاد تركيبها

🇨🇿 rekombinovaný

🇸🇰 rekombinovaný

🇨🇳 重组的

🇸🇮 rekombiniran

🇮🇸 endurrötuð

🇰🇿 қайта біріктірілген

🇬🇪 განახლებული

🇦🇿 yenidən birləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 recombinado

Etymology

The term 'recombined' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and 'combine', which comes from the Latin 'combinare', meaning 'to join together'. The usage of 'combine' dates back to the late 14th century, originally meaning to join or unite different elements into one. Over centuries, the concept evolved, particularly in scientific and technological contexts. The prefix 're-' added a layer of meaning that emphasizes the repetition of the combining process. Thus, 'recombined' emerged to describe not only a physical regrouping but also complex processes in genetics and data science. The modern usage reflects advancements in these fields, where recombination plays a critical role in innovation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,478 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.