dnaarchive
nounUK /ˌdiː.enˈeɪ ˈɑː.kaɪv/
US /ˌdiː.enˈeɪ ˈɑːr.kaɪv/
A special place where scientists keep copies of DNA so they can study it later.
The lab stored the rare plant's DNA in a dnaarchive for future research.
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2. A digital collection of DNA sequence data stored on computers.
Researchers downloaded the gene from the online dnaarchive.
3. A long-term storage facility for biological samples containing genetic material.
The museum's dnaarchive holds samples from extinct birds.
4. A record of genetic information kept for identifying individuals or species.
Wildlife officers checked the dnaarchive to match the seized ivory.