biocybernetics
[ bahy-oh-sahy-ber-net-iks ]
/ ˌbaɪ oʊˌsaɪ bərˈnɛt ɪks /
noun Biology. (used with a singular verb)
the application of mathematical theory to communication and control in living organisms, especially regarding physiological feedback mechanisms and central nervous system control.
Nearby words
biocomputing, biocontainment, biocontrol, bioconversion, biocorrosion, biocybernetics, biocycle, biocytin, biodata, biodegradable, biodegradation
Origin of biocybernetics
Related formsbi·o·cy·ber·net·ic, adjectivebi·o·cy·ber·net·i·cist, bi·o·cy·ber·ne·ti·cian [bahy-oh-sahy-ber-ni-tish-uh n] /ˌbaɪ oʊˌsaɪ bər nɪˈtɪʃ ən/, noun
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