genetic code

noun
UK: /dʒəˈnet.ɪk ˌkoʊd/
US: /dʒəˈnet.ɪk ˌkoʊd/

  1. The set of rules by which information encoded in genetic material is translated into proteins by living cells.

    1. The genetic code tells cells how to make proteins.
    2. Scientists are working to fully understand how the genetic code translates to physical traits.

  2. The sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA that determines the specific amino acid sequence in the synthesis of proteins.

    1. Each codon is a part of the genetic code.
    2. Mutations can change the genetic code and lead to altered proteins.

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The word "genetic code" in English means: The set of rules by which information encoded in genetic material is translated into proteins by living cells., The sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA that determines the specific amino acid sequence in the synthesis of proteins..

The phonetic transcription of "genetic code" is /dʒəˈnet.ɪk ˌkoʊd/ in British English and /dʒəˈnet.ɪk ˌkoʊd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "genetic code": "The genetic code tells cells how to make proteins.". More examples on the page.