mutant

Definition

• n. (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
• n. an animal that has undergone mutation
• adj. tending to undergo or resulting from mutation

Word forms

Plural

mutants

Example sentences

1. n.

   The scientist discovered a mutant that could survive in extreme temperatures.

2. n.

   The new mutant strain of the virus spread quickly among the population.