gene-napper

noun

A person who appropriates DNA or other genetic material from another human being without permission with the intent of uncovering private information

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Meanings

noungene-napper (plural gene-nappers)

plural gene-nappers

  1. A person who appropriates DNA or other genetic material from another human being without permission with the intent of uncovering private information

    "No degree of personal vigilance can prevent gene-nappers from wreaking havoc in the private lives of others." -- Jacob M. Appel, American bioethicist, 'Gene-nappers,’ like identity thieves, new threat of digital age, 2009

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APA

gene-napper. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gene-napper

MLA

“gene-napper.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gene-napper. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “gene-napper,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gene-napper.

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