adjective
- containing genes from another species that have been artificially introduced
Usage: scientific; genetics
Examples
- Scientists created transgenic mice to study human diseases.
- The transgenic corn was engineered to resist certain pests.
- Transgenic organisms are used extensively in medical research.
- The laboratory specializes in developing transgenic animal models.
- Transgenic crops have sparked debates about food safety.
- Researchers inserted human genes into transgenic bacteria.