recombinant
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /rɪˈkɒmbɪnənt/
KK: /rɪˈkɑːmbɪnənt/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is formed by combining different genetic materials, often through genetic engineering.
Example
Scientists are studying recombinant DNA to develop new medical treatments.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new recombinant techniques in genetics?
Yeah, I read an article about it; it sounds fascinating!
I know, right? It could change so much in medicine and agriculture.
Absolutely! The possibilities with recombinant DNA are just incredible.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
genetic
combinatorial
synthetic
Antonyms
natural
unmodified
original
noun
Definition
An organism or cell that has undergone a process where genetic material is combined from different sources, often through genetic engineering.
Example
The scientist studied the recombinant to understand its genetic traits.
Conversation
Have you heard about the latest research on recombinant organisms?
Yeah, it's fascinating how they can create new traits!
I read that they are using recombinant technology to improve crop yields.
Root Explanation
Recombinant → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "combinare" (meaning to combine). The word describes something that is combined again, often referring to genetic material that has been reassembled or altered.
Memory Tip
Think of combining things 'again' ('re-') — that's why recombinant refers to something that has been combined anew.
Visually Confused Words
combinant
predominant
precombination
precombat
combinate