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Word	Meaning	Advanced
biotechnology	n: the application of technological processes and methods to biological systems to develop new products or techniques, such as genetically modified organisms or biopharmaceuticals
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
evolution	n: a gradual process of transformation of living things
ecology	n: the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment
niche	n: a specialized role or position that a species occupies within an ecosystem; a job or position particularly well suited to the person who occupies it
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
random	adj: made, done, or happening without method, conscious decision, or any regular pattern
mutation	n: the way in which genes of a person, plant, animal, or other organism change and produce permanent differences
preserve	v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed
evolutionary	adj: relating to or denoting how living things develop or change from earlier forms
evolve	v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually
settle	v: to reach an agreement of disagreement
agriculture	n: the practice or science of cultivating the land or raising stock
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
modern	adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times
medicinal	adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease
intentional	adj: done, made or performed with purpose and intent
intelligent	adj: having the capacity for thought and reason, especially to a high degree
intentionally	adv: in a planned or intended way
physiological	adj: relating to the normal functioning of living organisms and their organs and systems; concerning the physical or biochemical processes and activities that occur within the body
inhabit	v: to live in a specific location; to reside
whirlwind	n: a very strong wind that moves rapidly in circles and causes a lot of damage
implication	n: something that is inferred or indirectly stated; the act or fact of being involved in something
breed	v: to keep animals for producing offspring in a regulated manner
creature	n: a living being, especially an animal
trait	n: a particular feature of your nature
offspring	n: descendant; any immature animal or plant
buffalo	n: a large wild ox with shaggy hair found in Asia and North America
cattle	n: cows, bulls, and buffalos that are raised for their milk or meat as farm animals
hybrid	adj: composed of different elements or mixed characters
slaughter	n: the killing of a large number of animals or people brutally and indiscriminately; a violent and bloody event that results in the death of many individuals
afterward	adv: after the time mentioned
cam	n: a device or mechanism that converts rotary motion to linear motion or vice versa; a revolving cylinder with an irregular shape used in machinery to convert rotary motion into intermittent or reciprocating motion; an abbreviation for camera
camel	n: a cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions
llama	n: a domesticated South American mammal with a long, soft, woolly fleece and a long neck and legs, typically used for wool, meat, and as a pack animal
hardy	adj: able to withstand harsh conditions or difficult circumstances; robust, sturdy, or resilient
liger	n: a hybrid cross between a male lion and a female tiger, possessing qualities of both parent species
genetic	adj: of or relating to genes (= parts of the DNA in cells) or the science of genes
zebra	n: a wild, horse-like mammal native to Africa with distinctive black-and-white stripes
photoshop	v: to edit or manipulate digital images or photographs using Adobe Photoshop software or similar tools
enhancement	n: the act of improving or making something better
manipulate	v: to influence or control something or someone to your advantage, often in an unfair or dishonest way
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
genetics	n: the branch of biology that studies genes, genetic variation, and heredity in organisms
genetically	adv: in a way that relates to or is produced by genes (= the units in the cells of a living thing received by an animal or plant from its parents) or heredity
engineer	n: a person whose job is designing, building, or maintaining something such as machines, structures, or software
bioluminescence	n: the production and emission of light by living creatures, such as glowworms, fireflies, etc.
jellyfish	n: a marine creature with a soft, jelly-like body and tentacles for stinging
glow	v: to give out a steady, strong light
glowing	adj: highly enthusiastic; greatly praised
wavelength	n: the distance between two points in the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave
pup	n: a young dog, seal, or other animals
kitten	n: a young cat
puppy	n: a young dog, usually less than a year old
leap	v: to jump or spring into the air, often with the feet leaving the ground or a surface below; to move quickly or suddenly, often forward or upward
ape	n: a large animal with long arms, no tail, and usually a lot of body hair, including gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and gibbons
theoretical	adj: relating to the concepts and principles upon which a particular topic is founded, rather than practice and experience
pet	n: an animal that you have at home as a companion and treated kindly
normally	adv: usually; under normal conditions
ban	v: to officially or legally forbid or refuse to allow something
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
salmon	n: a type of fish that is commonly found in the North Atlantic and North Pacific oceans
decision	n: the act or process of making up someone’s mind about something; a choice or judgment reached after considering options
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
modify	v: to change something slightly, such as a plan, option, law, etc., especially to make it more suitable for a particular purpose
component	n: one of several parts that combines with others to form something bigger
identification	n: the act or process of recognizing, proving, or designating someone or something
clone	n: a plant or animal whose genetic information is identical to that of a parent organism from which it was created; an unauthorized copy or imitation
doll	n: a child’s toy that typically represents a human figure, especially a young girl; an attractive woman; a woman who is subservient or passive
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
resign	v: to give up a position or job voluntarily; to accept something unpleasant or undesirable as inevitable
disgrace	n: a loss of respect, honor, or dignity; a state of shame or public humiliation; an action or behavior that is seen as immoral or unacceptable; (verb) to bring shame, dishonor, or discredit upon someone or something
claim	v: to assert that something is true; to demand or request something as one’s own; to lay legal or moral right to something; (noun) a demand or assertion of a right or something that one believes to be true
embryo	n: an animal organism in the early stages of growth, either in its mother’s womb or in an egg, or a plant that is developing in a seed
genome	n: the complete set or sequence of genes of a human, animal, plant, or other living things
geld	v: to castrate (= to remove the testicles) a male animal, particularly a horse or bull, to render it sterile and more docile for specific purposes such as work or temperament
equip	v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity
stud	n: a small object with a head on one end and a sharp point on the other, used for fastening clothing, leather, or other materials; an animal used for breeding, typically a male horse or bull that is of superior breeding stock; (verb) to decorate or adorn with studs; to provide with studs for support
advantage	n: a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position; a beneficial feature or asset that someone or something has
identical	adj: being the exact same one
duplicate	v: to make or be an exact copy of something; to reproduce something
calf	n: a young cow, bull, or other domestic bovine animals
piglet	n: a young or small pig
dotcom	n: a company or business that primarily operates on the Internet or has a web-based presence, particularly during the late 1990s and early 2000s when the Internet was a new and rapidly growing industry
addition	n: the act or process of adding something to something else; the process of adding numbers
endangered	adj: at risk of extinction because it is facing significant threats
thrombin	n: an enzyme that plays a vital role in the clotting of blood, converting the inactive protein fibrinogen into fibrin, which forms a mesh to create a blood clot
molecule	n: a group of two or more atoms held together by attractive forces known as chemical bonds
transgenic	adj: relating to or characterized by the transfer of genes from one species to another, typically done in genetic engineering and biotechnology
institute	n: an organization that has a specific purpose, particularly one dealing with science, education, or a particular profession; (verb) to initiate, introduce, or establish something
industrial	adj: of or relating to or resulting from industry
chemical	adj: relating to or connected with chemistry;
ungulate	n: a hoofed mammal, characterized by having hooves as their primary means of support and movement, including animals such as horses, cows, deer, and giraffes
somatic	adj: relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind or spirit; pertaining to the physical aspects of an organism or its functions
gestation	n: the state of being pregnant; the period during which an embryo or fetus develops, usually about 280 days in humans
ovary	n: either of the pair of organs in the female reproductive system that produces eggs; (of a plant) the organ that bears the ovules of a flower
cow	n: a domesticated mammal with characteristic features such as a hump, large udders, and curved horns that is raised for its milk or meat
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
nucleus	n: the central and most important part of something; (biology) a part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction; (physics) the very dense central region of an atom
mitochondria	n: (singular: mitochondrion) an organelle (= a specialized part of a cell) found in large numbers in most cells that produce energy for the cell by breaking down food
packet	n: a small container or envelope that holds one or more items typically used for storing or transporting items like food, medicine, or marketing materials
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
cockroach	n: a flat, brown or black, chiefly nocturnal insects sometimes found in the home
electrode	n: either of two points or ends of a conductor at which electricity enters or leaves an object, substance, or region
ganglion	n: a group of nerve cells located outside the brain and spinal cord, often forming a swelling or knot; responsible for controlling certain bodily functions or movements
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
transmitter	n: a piece of equipment used for generating and sending electronic signals, especially radio or television signals
lab	n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory
backward	adv: at, to, or toward the direction or place that is behind or rear
insect	n: any small creature that has six legs and a body divided into three sections
bot	n: a computer program or software application that is capable of performing automated tasks, often on the internet; a type of electronic device that provides autonomous service or assistance to users
defend	v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc.
agency	n: an organization or business that is responsible for specific activities or services, especially when representing other organizations or businesses; the capacity or power to act or exert influence; the ability to make decisions and take action
goliath	n: a biblical figure and legendary giant warrior whom the young shepherd David defeated; a symbol of great strength or size
beetle	n: an insect having a hard shell-like back covering its wings
chip	n: a small fragment of something broken off from the whole; a long and thin piece of potato fried in oil or fat
strap	n: a long, narrow strip or belt of leather, fabric, or another material used for binding, fastening, or supporting something or someone; a band or string that attaches one object to another, often used to secure items during transport
develop	v: to grow or expand; to improve or refine through a process of progress and refinement, often to achieve greater sophistication or complexity; to elaborate or add detail to something that is in the process of being created
moth	n: an insect with wings similar to a butterfly that travels at night and is attracted to light
pupa	n: the intermediate stage in the development of an insect between the larva and the adult
emerge	v: to move out of or away from something and become visible
hook	n: a curved device used for suspending, holding, or pulling something, especially one attached to a surface for hanging things on; a sharp curve or crook
surveillance	n: the act of carefully monitoring a person suspected of a crime or a place where a crime may be committed or expected
ordinance	n: a law or regulation enacted by a local government or governing authority; typically used about laws that concern public health, safety, or morals
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
hemisphere	n: half of the terrestrial globe; half of a sphere
maze	n: a complex network of winding passages or pathways designed as a puzzle or challenge for people to navigate through
organic	adj: of or derived from biological substance; producing plants and animals for food and other items without the use of synthetic chemicals
graduate	n: a person who has a first degree from university or college; (verb) to complete the first course of university or college and get a degree
ethical	adj: of or relating to principles about what is right and wrong, or the branch of knowledge dealing with these
autonomy	n: the right of an organization, country, or region to govern itself independently
owl	n: a nocturnal bird of prey with large eyes, a facial disc, and typically a loud hooting call
movement	n: a group of people working together to achieve a shared goal, especially a political, social, or artistic one; the process of moving or being moved, physically or figuratively
hooked	adj: being caught or caught up in something; curved down like an eagle’s beak
prosthetic	adj: of or relating to an artificial part of the body, such as a limb, a heart, or a breast implant
brainwave	n: a sudden idea or inspiration; a moment of great insight or creativity
monitor	v: to observe, check, and track the progress or quality of something over a period of time
cage	n: a structure made of metal bars or wire in which birds or animals can be kept
fascinate	v: to attract and hold the attention of someone deeply and irresistibly
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
primate	n: any mammal of the order Primates, which includes monkeys, apes, and humans
independence	n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence
functional	adj: designed for or capable of a particular activity, purpose, or task; practical or ready for use or service
disaggregate	v: to separate something into its parts or smaller units, often for analysis or examination
neuron	n: a cell that is specialized to carry information within the brain and between the brain and other parts of the body
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
aggregate	n: a collection or sum of different things often used to describe a total or combination of items
integrate	v: to combine one thing with another so that they form a whole or work together; to accept equal participation for members of all races and ethnic groups
mechanism	n: a part of a machine, or a set of parts that performs a task; a natural or established process that occurs during a specific situation or reaction
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
intact	adj: undamaged and complete
eel	n: a type of elongated, snake-like fish that lives in freshwater or saltwater and has a slimy, scaleless body and no pelvic fins
nutrient	n: any substance that is essential for the maintenance and growth of living things
medium	adj: of a size, amount, or level that is average or intermediate; (noun) a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information
attach	v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another
photosensitive	adj: sensitive or responsive to light, particularly in a scientific or medical context; referring to the ability to react to or be affected by light
process	n: a series of actions or operations performed to achieve a particular outcome or goal; a systematic procedure or approach used to accomplish a specific task or objective; a method of treating milk to make it suitable for consumption or use in other dairy products
photophilic	adj: describing an organism or substance that exhibits a preference for light or thrives in well-lit conditions
immunology	n: the branch of medical science that deals with the immune system of the body and its functions, including the body’s response to foreign substances such as viruses and bacteria; it also involves the study of immunodeficiencies, autoimmune diseases, and immunotherapies
polymer	n: a substance composed of macromolecules (= large groups of atoms) made from many smaller and simpler molecules
scaffold	n: a temporary platform or structure used to support workers and materials during construction or maintenance work
transplant	v: to move or transfer something from one place or person to another; to take living tissue or an organ from one person, animal, part of the body, etc. and put it into or onto another
physiology	n: the branch of the biological sciences dealing with the functioning of organisms
vent	n: a small opening to escape or release gas, air, liquid, etc.; activity or process that frees or expresses strong creative energy or emotion
synthesizer	n: an electronic musical instrument that generates audio signals and is used to create a wide range of sounds, from imitations of traditional instruments to entirely new sounds
reproduce	v: to make a copy of something such as a picture, piece of text, music, etc.; to produce offspring through a sexual or asexual process
economical	adj: providing a satisfactory return on the money, time, or effort; not using more money, fuel, etc. than necessary
consequence	n: the outcome of a particular action or event, especially relative to an individual
chain	n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle
plasma	n: (biology) the yellow-colored liquid component of blood, in which blood cells are suspended; (physics) one of the four fundamental states of matter consisting of positive ions and free electrons
unprecedented	adj: never having been seen, done, or known before
confer	v: to have a meeting or discussion to come to a decision or agreement or exchange ideas; to bestow something
responsible	adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management
reign	n: the period of time during which a monarch or government holds power; (verb) to be the king or queen
retriever	n: a dog bred and trained for retrieving game, particularly birds, for hunters; a device or machine designed for retrieving or recovering items that are difficult to reach or obtain
fur	n: the hairy coat of a mammal, especially when fine, soft, and thick
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
saliva	n: the clear liquid that is secreted into the mouth by glands in the walls of the mouth and throat, helping to lubricate food during chewing and digestion
fluid	n: a substance that can flow and is not solid
warehouse	n: a large building for storing goods and merchandise, especially before they are sold, used, or sent out to shops
manufacture	v: to make goods in large numbers, usually in a factory using machines
guideline	n: a general rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior; a piece of advice or instructions that tell you how something should be done or what something should be
fiction	n: the type of book or story, especially novels, that describes imaginary events and people; anything made up or imagined that is not true
enormous	adj: extremely large or great
ethics	n: a branch of philosophy that considers what is morally right and wrong conduct; a set of beliefs about what is morally right and wrong
determinant	n: a factor, circumstance, or condition that contributes to the shaping, influencing, or determining of a particular outcome or result