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.

Words nearby biocybernetics

biocomputing, biocontainment, biocontrol, bioconversion, biocorrosion, biocybernetics, biocycle, biocytin, biodata, biodegradable, biodegradation

Origin of biocybernetics

First recorded in 1965–70; bio- + cybernetics

OTHER WORDS FROM biocybernetics

bi·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