genenetwork
nounUK /ˈdʒiːn ˈnɛtwɜːk/
US /ˈdʒin ˈnɛtwɝk/
A group of computers and tools that work together to study genes and share information about them.
Scientists used a genenetwork to compare genes from many different plants.
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2. A system of connected genes that work together inside a living thing.
The genenetwork in the cell controls how the organism grows.
3. A website or online tool where people can look up and share gene data.
She visited the genenetwork to find information about a rare gene.
4. A group of researchers who share gene information to solve problems together.
The genenetwork of labs worked as a team on the new study.