1. an organism that has reverted to a previous genetic state or phenotype
Usage: biology; genetics

1. having reverted to a previous genetic state or phenotype
Usage: biology; genetics

Examples

• The revertant strain showed the original wild-type characteristics.
• Scientists isolated several revertant colonies from the mutant population.
• The revertant phenotype appeared after exposure to the mutagen.
• Researchers compared the revertant cells to the original mutants.
• The revertant bacteria had regained their ability to synthesize the amino acid.
• This revertant line provides valuable insight into gene function.