Biotechnology
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Alternative forms
- Abbreviated as biotech
Etymology
From bio- + technology
Pronunciation
- () /ˈbaɪəʊˌtɛk.nɒl.əʊ.dʒɪi/
Noun
- the use of living organisms (especially microorganisms) in industrial, agricultural, medical and other technological applications
- the application of the principles and practices of engineering and technology to the life sciences
Derived terms
- biotechnological
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