Definitions for biochipˈbaɪ oʊˌtʃɪp

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

bi•o•chipˈbaɪ oʊˌtʃɪp(n.)

  1. an experimental integrated circuit composed of biochemical substances or organic molecules.

    Category: Biochemistry

Origin of biochip:

1980–85

Princeton's WordNet

  1. biochip(noun)

    a microchip that uses tiny strands of DNA to latch onto and quickly recognize thousands of genes at a time; intended for use in a biological environment

Wiktionary

  1. biochip(Noun)

    A microchip made from biological macromolecules (especially DNA) rather than a semiconductor

  2. biochip(Noun)

    An identification chip fitted into the flesh of an animal


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