genedatabase
nounUK /ˈdʒiːn deɪtəbeɪs/
US /ˈdʒin deɪtəbeɪs/
A big computer list that keeps information about genes.
Scientists looked in the gene database to find the gene for eye color.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A collection of genetic data used by doctors to study diseases.
The hospital checked the gene database to learn about the rare illness.
3. An online tool where researchers share information about genes.
She uploaded her findings to the gene database for other scientists.
4. A stored set of DNA sequences from many living things.
The gene database holds DNA from plants, animals, and people.