Definition and Synonyms for Mutate

Definition of Mutate

mutant
Adjective
derivation
1
1. tending to undergo or resulting from mutation
mutative
Adjective
derivation
1
1. of or pertaining to or marked by genetic mutation
mutant
Noun
derivation
2
1. an animal that has undergone mutation
2. (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
mutation
Noun
derivation
2
1. (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism
2. (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration

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Etymology for mutate