genetically modified

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genetically modified (not comparable)

  1. Produced by genetic modification; abbreviated as GM.
    Synonyms: gene-modified, gene-engineered, genetically engineered, gene-manipulated, genetically manipulated
    Hyponyms: cisgenic, transgenic
    Genetically modified foods have been the subject of heated debate.
    • 2016 April 18, Cristina Alesci, “Monsanto CEO frustrated over 'polarized' GMO debate”, in CNN Business‎[1]:
      As one of the largest producers of genetically modified (GM) seeds in the country, Monsanto has been vilified by activists who describe GM products as 'frankenfood.'

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