Definition

Noun: - Genetically engineered DNA: A form of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) that has been created in a laboratory by combining genetic material from different sources, typically from different organisms. This process involves recombining fragments of DNA to form a new, functional DNA sequence.

Usage

• This term is used exclusively in scientific contexts, particularly in genetics, molecular biology, and biotechnology.
• It refers to the artificial DNA molecule itself, which is the product of recombinant DNA technology.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The laboratory successfully synthesized recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid for the gene therapy trial.
  • Research involving recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid is strictly regulated for safety and ethical reasons.

Advanced Usage

• "recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid technology": The methodology and techniques used to create recombinant DNA.
  • Advances in recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid technology have revolutionized modern medicine.
• Often abbreviated in technical writing as "recombinant DNA" or "rDNA".

Variants and Related Words

• Recombinant DNA (rDNA): The standard abbreviated form of the term.
• Genetic engineering: The broader field that encompasses the creation and use of recombinant DNA.
• Gene splicing: A key laboratory technique used in creating recombinant DNA.

Synonyms

• Engineered DNA
• Chimeric DNA (less common, emphasizes the composite nature from different sources)

Notes on Meaning

This term has a single, precise scientific meaning. It does not have idioms or phrasal verbs associated with it due to its highly technical nature. Its usage is formal and specific to academic and research contexts.

Noun

1. genetically engineered DNA made by recombining fragments of DNA from different organisms