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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mutation

/ˌmjuːˈteɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does mutation mean?

noun

A change in the DNA sequence of an organism, resulting in a new trait or characteristic. A change in the form of a word, especially in its pronunciation or spelling, due to linguistic evolution.

Example

"The genetic mutation caused the plant to grow extra leaves."

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