Genic (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to or produced by or being a gene; "genic combinations"; "genetic code".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The scientist spent years studying genic variations in the DNA samples of individuals with the rare genetic disorder.
- The researcher developed a new method to identify and map genic regions associated with specific traits in plants.
- Genic mutations occur spontaneously and can have a profound impact on an organism's development and function.
- The team discovered a genic locus linked to increased susceptibility to certain diseases in a large cohort of patients.
- The discovery of the genic basis of antibiotic resistance has significant implications for the development of new treatment strategies.