Gene

Pronunciation: /dʒin/

Definitions of gene

noun A unit of heredity that is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.

Example Sentences

A1 Genes determine our inherited traits like eye color and height.

A2 Scientists study how genes are passed down from parents to offspring.

B1 Mutations in genes can lead to genetic disorders.

B2 Genetic testing can reveal information about a person's genes and potential health risks.

C1 Gene therapy is a promising field that aims to treat genetic diseases by altering a person's genes.

C2 Researchers are constantly discovering new genes and their functions in the human genome.

Examples of gene in a Sentence

formal The scientist studied the genetic sequence to identify the specific gene responsible for the inherited disorder.

informal My sister got her genes from our mom, that's why they look so alike.

slang I heard that new rapper has some good genes, he's got the looks and the talent.

figurative Hard work and dedication seem to be in his genes, he's always striving for success.

Grammatical Forms of gene

• plural: genes
• comparative: more gene
• superlative: most gene
• present tense: genes
• future tense: will gene
• perfect tense: have gened
• continuous tense: is gening
• singular: gene
• positive degree: gene
• infinitive: to gene
• gerund: gening
• participle: gened

Origin and Evolution of gene

First Known Use: 1909 year

Language of Origin: Danish

Story behind the word: The word 'gene' originated from the field of genetics, specifically coined by Danish botanist Wilhelm Johannsen in his work on heredity.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the basic unit of heredity, the meaning of 'gene' has evolved with advancements in genetics to encompass a wider range of functions and characteristics.