Food
genetically modified
adjective
Definition
Describing organisms whose DNA has been altered using biotechnology.
In a sentence
“The debate over genetically modified crops remains contentious among scientists, farmers, and consumers.”
Synonyms
GMengineeredbioengineered
Common collocations
- genetically modified crops
- GM food
- genetically modified organisms
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nutrition
noun
The process of obtaining food necessary for health and growth; also the study of food.
cultivation
noun
The action of preparing land and growing crops.
yield
noun
The amount of a crop produced on a piece of land.
pesticide
noun
A chemical substance used to kill pests, especially insects, that damage crops.