reverse genetics

noun

The practice of identifying the functions of known genes.

Opposite
forward genetics
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Meanings

nounreverse genetics (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe practice of identifying the functions of known genes.

Synonyms & antonyms

Opposite
forward genetics
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APA

reverse genetics. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/reverse%20genetics

MLA

“reverse genetics.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/reverse%20genetics. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “reverse genetics,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/reverse%20genetics.

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