Genomic
/dʒəˈnɒmɪk/
Definitions
Relating to the genome, which is the complete set of genetic material in an organism.
/dʒəˈnɒmɪk/
Relating to genomes or genomics.
Genomic research has significantly advanced our understanding of cancer.
💡 Simply: Imagine a giant instruction manual for your body. 'Genomic' is all about the information in that instruction manual – the entire set of genes that make you, you! It's like the entire recipe book instead of just a single page.
👶 For kids: It means all the instructions that tell your body how to grow and work, like a super-long secret code!
More Examples
The study analyzed the genomic variations across different populations.
Genomic medicine is revolutionizing how we diagnose and treat diseases.
How It's Used
"The genomic data revealed a potential new drug target."
"Genomic testing can identify genetic predispositions to certain diseases."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Derived from 'genome,' combining 'gene' (from Greek 'genos,' meaning 'race, descent') and '-ome' (indicating a complete set or collection). The suffix '-ic' denotes 'relating to.' The word emerged with the advancements in genetics and molecular biology, particularly with the study of entire genomes.
The term gained prominence in the late 20th and early 21st centuries with the completion of the Human Genome Project and the rapid development of sequencing technologies.
Memory tip
Think 'genome' (the whole set of genes) and '-ic' (relating to). Genomic is about the *whole* genetic picture.
Word Origin
"race, descent"