biotechnology
//ˌbaɪ.oʊ.tɛkˈnɒl.ə.dʒi//
Noun
biotechnologySingular
biotechnologiesPlural
1
The branch of technology that uses biological systems, living organisms, or their derivatives to develop or create products and processes for specific uses.
Biotechnology has revolutionized the development of new medicines.
2
The application of scientific and engineering principles to the processing of materials by biological agents to provide goods and services.
Biotechnology is used to develop new medicines and improve crop yields.