Biological
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌbaɪ.ə(ʊ)ˈlɒd͡ʒ.ɪ.kəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Biological is an adjective meaning Of or relating to biology.
Meaning
Of or relating to biology.
More Meanings
- Relating to anatomy; anatomic, anatomical.
- Related by consanguinity, especially as to parents and children.
- (nonstandard, proscribed, non-native speakers' English) Organic (grown without agrochemicals).
- (rare) A biological product.
Example Sentences
biological mother
biological father
Sex refers to a person's biological status and is typically assigned at birth, usually on the basis of external anatomy.
Transgender rights advocates and many experts argue, however, that strict definitions of sex based on anatomy at birth can miss biological nuances.
Word Forms
- biologicals
Synonyms for biological
Depending on context, synonyms include biologic, natural, begotten.
Antonyms for biological
Common opposites include adoptive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include biologic, begotten, natural, biotech, biotechnological, biotic.
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