How to Pronounce Biolistics

To pronounce "biolistics", say BIOL-ist-ics — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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BIOL-ist-ics

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💡 Tip for remembering “biolistics”

"biolistics" has 3 syllables: biol-ist-ics.

What does biolistics mean?

noun

  1. The introduction of DNA into a plant or animal cell by coating it onto the surface of a pellet and firing it into the tissue at high velocity.

Related words

biolasingbioballisticsbiolaserbioplasmabiogeneticsbiogenbioprocessbioprocessing

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How many syllables are in "biolistics"?▾

"Biolistics" has 3 syllables: biol · ist · ics.

What does "biolistics" mean?▾

Biolistics: The introduction of DNA into a plant or animal cell by coating it onto the surface of a pellet and firing it into the tissue at high velocity.

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