Mutation Definition & Meaning
mutation
- noun
- (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
- (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism
- a change or alteration in form or qualities
"Mutation" in song lyrics
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"Peer pressure got him moving faster, a paradise of mutation"
DJ Muggs vs. GZA — Smothered Mate -
"Migration created further mutation"
Ras Kass — Nature of the Threat -
"To watch our paper sprout like this bud mutation"
WC f/ Jon B. — Better Days (Can't Run Away) (Alternate Version)
Words that rhyme with mutation
Usage tips for "mutation"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does mutation mean?
- (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism a change or alteration in form or qualities
- What part of speech is mutation?
- Mutation is a noun.
- How many definitions does mutation have?
- Mutation has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).