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genetic

/ˈdʒɛnɛtɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does genetic mean?

adjective

Relating to genes or heredity; determined by or affecting the genetic constitution of an individual or group.

Example

"The genetic makeup of the population was studied to understand the spread of the disease."

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