English Explanatory Dictionary

biochip

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A microchip made from biological macromolecules (especially DNA) rather than a semiconductor.
  2. An identification chip fitted into the flesh of an animal.
verb
  1. To fit (an animal) with such a chip.

Pronunciation

en-uk-biochip.ogg

Word forms

biochip biochips biochipping biochipped

Etymology

From bio- + chip.

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