What does GENIC mean?

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Adjective

Definitions

• Relating to or produced by genes.
• Relating to or denoting a type of rock formed from molten magma which has solidified below the surface of the earth.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈdʒɛnɪk/
• UK: /ˈdʒɛnɪk/

Origin and Usage

The word "genic" is derived from the Greek word "genos," meaning "race" or "kind." The term "genic" is used in biology to describe something that is related to or produced by genes. In geology, "genic" is used to describe a type of rock formed from molten magma which has solidified below the surface of the earth.

Synonyms

Genetic, hereditary, inherited, innate.

Related Words

Genes, genus, genie, genii.

Example Sentences

• The disease is caused by a genic mutation.
• The geologist identified the rock as genic granite.