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Term: Gene Engineering

Definition: Gene engineering, also known as genetic engineering, is the manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology methods to alter its characteristics or create new traits.

Sense 1 (Noun): The field of study and practice that involves modifying genes or DNA sequences to produce desired traits in organisms.

Example sentence: Gene engineering has revolutionized the medical field, allowing scientists to develop more effective treatments and potentially cure genetic diseases.

Sense 2 (Verb): The act of manipulating or modifying genes for a particular purpose.

Example sentence: The scientists successfully gene engineered the crop to increase its drought resistance and yield.

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