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biotechnology

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˌbaɪoʊˌtɛkˈnɑɫədʒi// UK //bˌaɪəʊtɛknˈɒlədʒi// biotech·nol·o·gy

n. the use of living organisms to make useful products or solve problems.

n. the application of biological systems and organisms to develop or make products.


SIMPLE

Biotechnology helps farmers grow better crops.

CONTEXTUAL

Modern biotechnology allows scientists to edit genes for medical treatments.

COMPLEX

The rapid expansion of biotechnology in agriculture has sparked debates regarding genetic modification and its long-term ecological impact.

Synonyms
Origin

From bio- + technology.

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