isogenic
|i-so-gen-ic|
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/ˌaɪsəˈdʒɛnɪk/
genetically identical
Etymology
Etymology Information
'isogenic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'isos,' meaning 'equal,' and 'genos,' meaning 'race' or 'kind.'
Historical Evolution
'isos' and 'genos' combined to form the modern English word 'isogenic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'equal in kind or race,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the same genetic makeup.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the same or identical genetic makeup.
The isogenic strains of mice were used in the experiment to ensure consistent results.
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Last updated: 2025/07/16 11:31