mutation — a change or alteration in form or qualities
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a change or alteration in form or qualities
Pronunciation (IPA): /mjuˈteɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The superhero's mutation gave him the ability to turn invisible whenever he was embarrassed.
- Climate change may accelerate mutation rates in many species.
- The coffee shop's menu underwent a strange mutation - they now serve pizza flavored lattes.
mutation
NOUN[/mjuˈteɪʃən/]
a change or alteration in form or qualities
A sudden mutation gave the moth dark wings, helping it hide on soot-covered trees.
At the station, mutation sparks creation!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'mutatio' meaning 'change' or 'alteration', derived from the verb 'mutare' meaning 'to change' or 'to exchange'. The word entered English through Old French and Latin scientific terminology.
Breakdown
mut- (change) + -ation (noun suffix indicating action or process) = mutation
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📝Examples
“The superhero's mutation gave him the ability to turn invisible whenever he was embarrassed.”
“Climate change may accelerate mutation rates in many species.”
“The coffee shop's menu underwent a strange mutation - they now serve pizza flavored lattes.”
“Researchers are studying how radiation exposure causes DNA mutations.”
“After the software update, my phone experienced a weird mutation - it now only speaks in rhymes.”
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