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mutation

Pronunciation: [mjuːˈteɪʃən]

Word

Learn how to use mutation in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “biology”

(noun) a change in the genetic material of a living thing. It's like a recipe that gets a new ingredient, which can change how the living thing looks or acts.

Example

The scientist discovered a mutation in the bacteria that made it resistant to antibiotics.

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There was no mutation found in the plants, so they all looked the same.

Example

What kind of mutation can happen in animals?

Context: “general change”

(noun) a significant change or transformation of something, like a new version of a game or character. It's like when a video game gets updated and looks different.

Example

The new version of the game includes a mutation in the character design that fans love.

Example

The movie did not have any interesting mutation in the storyline; it was quite boring.

Example

What mutation made this book series so popular?

How to pronounce mutation

Pronunciation: [mjuːˈteɪʃən]

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