Mutant

Quick meaning: Mutant is a noun meaning (genetics) That which has mutated, with one or more new characteristics from a mutation.

Meaning

(genetics) That which has mutated, with one or more new characteristics from a mutation.

More Meanings

1. (informal) Someone or something that seems strange, abnormal, or bizarre.
2. (computing) Synonym of mutex.
3. (genetics) Of, relating to, undergoing (i.e. mutating), or resulting from change or mutation; that has undergone mutation.
4. (informal) Strange, abnormal, or bizarre.

Example Sentences

Your neighbor seems to be a mutant; he’s so cringy!

Scientists have created a mutant enzyme that breaks down plastic drinks bottles—by accident.

She could really get to like this relationship with Raven, if it weren't for the fact that he's a homicidal mutant.

Furthermore, it is possible that there occasionally arises what may be called a mutant of very desirable character from a eugenic point of view.

Word Forms

• mutants

Synonyms for mutant

Depending on context, synonyms include mutex, sport, mutation.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mutation, sport, variant, engineer, deviant, mutates.

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