bioengineering
|bi-o-en-gi-neer-ing|
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/ˌbaɪ.oʊˌɛn.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ/
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/ˌbaɪ.əʊˌɛn.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ/
engineering life systems
Etymology
'bioengineering' originates from the combination of 'bio-' meaning 'life' and 'engineering' meaning 'the application of scientific principles to design.'
'bioengineering' evolved from the term 'biological engineering' and eventually became the modern English word 'bioengineering.'
Initially, it meant 'the application of engineering to biological systems,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the application of engineering principles to biological systems for the development of technologies and products that improve the quality of life.
Bioengineering has led to the development of artificial organs.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the use of artificial tissues, organs, or organ components to replace damaged or absent body parts.
The bioengineering of heart valves has saved many lives.
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