1. the study and application of biological systems and processes to solve engineering and design problems; the practice of imitating nature's strategies to create sustainable solutions.
Usage: typically used as an uncountable noun; also called biomimicry; interdisciplinary field combining biology, engineering, and design

Examples

• Biomimetics has inspired engineers to design more efficient wind turbines based on whale fins.
• The study of biomimetics led to the development of adhesive materials modeled after gecko feet.
• Architects use biomimetics to create buildings that regulate temperature like termite mounds.
• Biomimetics combines principles from nature with modern technology to solve real-world problems.
• The company applied biomimetics to design a faster swimsuit based on shark skin texture.
• Researchers in biomimetics study how birds fly to improve aircraft aerodynamics.