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genetic engineering

 noun
     
Related topics: Biology, Microbes, Genetics, Biochem
genetic engineering [uncountable]
HB the science of changing the genetic structure of an animal, plant, or human, usually to make them stronger or healthier
—genetic engineer noun [countable]
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