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biotechnology

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/bi.ɔ.tɛk.nu.lu.ˈʒi.ɐ/bi·o·tec·no·lo·gi·a

Definition

1

The exploitation of biological processes for industrial and other purposes, especially the genetic manipulation of microorganisms for the production of antibiotics, hormones, etc.

Usage examples

Advances in biotechnology have led to new cancer treatments.
He works in the biotechnology sector.

Common combinations

biotechnology industryagricultural biotechnologybiotechnology researchbiotechnology company