genetic
/dʒəˈnetɪk/
CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #4080 in the learning path
基因的；遗传的
Definitions
adj. relating to genes or characteristics passed from parents to offspring
基因的；遗传的
Example
The doctor explained how genetic factors affect eye colour.
医生解释了遗传因素如何影响眼睛的颜色。
Genetic research may help doctors identify health risks before patients develop any noticeable symptoms.
基因研究可能帮助医生在患者出现明显症状之前识别健康风险。
Collocations
- genetic factors
- genetic variation
- genetic engineering
- genetic disorder
Word family
- gene (n.)
- genetics (n.)
- genetically (adv.)
- geneticist (n.)
Usage tip
genetic指基因或遗传的；genetics是遗传学。
FAQ
- What does genetic mean?
- relating to genes or characteristics passed from parents to offspring
- How is genetic pronounced?
- UK /dʒəˈnetɪk/, US /dʒəˈnetɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
