recombinant DNA technology

Definitions of recombinant DNA technology
  1. noun
    the technology of preparing recombinant DNA in vitro by cutting up DNA molecules and splicing together fragments from more than one organism
    synonyms: gene-splicing, genetic engineering
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    type of:
    biotech, biotechnology
    the process and study of using microorganisms for industrial purposes
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