bioengineering

noun
UK: /ˌbaɪ.oʊˌen.dʒɪˈnɪər.ɪŋ/
US: /ˌbaɪ.oʊˌen.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ/

  1. The use of engineering principles to design or modify biological systems.

    1. Bioengineering is used to make new medicines. [ ] [ ]
    2. His research focuses on the application of bioengineering to develop new therapies for genetic diseases. [ ] [ ]

  2. The application of engineering principles and techniques to biological systems and medical practice, including the development of prosthetics and artificial organs.

    1. Bioengineering can help fix broken bones. [ ] [ ]
    2. The field of bioengineering is rapidly advancing, offering solutions to complex medical challenges. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

biomedical engineering genetic engineering
bioengineering verb

  1. To apply engineering principles to biological systems to create useful products or solve problems.

    1. Scientists bioengineering new plants for food. [ ] [ ]
    2. They are bioengineering bacteria to produce biofuels as a sustainable energy source. [ ] [ ]
bioengineering adjective

  1. Relating to the application of engineering principles to biological systems.

    1. This is a bioengineering project for students. [ ] [ ]
    2. The bioengineering approach led to the development of a more effective treatment strategy. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bioengineering" in English means: The use of engineering principles to design or modify biological systems., The application of engineering principles and techniques to biological systems and medical practice, including the development of prosthetics and artificial organs..

The phonetic transcription of "bioengineering" is /ˌbaɪ.oʊˌen.dʒɪˈnɪər.ɪŋ/ in British English and /ˌbaɪ.oʊˌen.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bioengineering": biomedical engineering, genetic engineering.

Example usage of "bioengineering": "Bioengineering is used to make new medicines.". More examples on the page.