biotechnology
Biotechnology (noun) means the use of living things, especially microbes, in industry, farming, medicine and other technical fields.
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The use of living things, especially microbes, in industry, farming, medicine and other technical fields.
"Moreover, Arnhart points out that both the proponents and critics of biotechnology are compelled to appeal to our natural moral sense."
— Sean D. Sutton, Introduction (2009)
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Applying engineering methods and technology to work with living things.
"It therefore follows that we need to ensure that the conception, development, dissemination and application of biotechnologies are held to ethical democratic standars which ensure gender equality."
— Wendy Harcourt, Chapter 1: Heading Blithely Down the Garden Path?: Some Entry Points into Current Debates on Women and Biotechnologies (2008)
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Another term for genetic engineering.
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What is the meaning of biotechnology?
"biotechnology" (noun) means the use of living things, especially microbes, in industry, farming, medicine and other technical fields.
What is another word for biotechnology?
Other words for "biotechnology" include bioengineering, ergonomics, biotech.
What are the different meanings of biotechnology?
"biotechnology" has 3 main meanings: 1. The use of living things, especially microbes, in industry, farming, medicine and other technical fields; 2. Applying engineering methods and technology to work with living things; 3. Another term for genetic engineering.
