biotech

¹

[bahy-oh-tek]

noun

Informal.

1. biotechnology.

biotech.

²

abbreviation

1. biotechnology.

biotech

/ ˈbaɪəʊˌtɛk /

noun

1. 1. short for biotechnology

   2. ( as modifier )

      a biotech company

Word History and Origins

Origin of biotech¹

By shortening

Example Sentences

Cynthia Collins is a senior director at Ginkgo Bioworks, a company that helps firms develop their biotech products, and has assisted them in using E. coli industrially.

From BBC

The government said it wants to give "real opportunities for working people", including apprenticeships in clean energy and careers in biotech and AI.

From BBC

“American business leaders in entertainment, aerospace, electric vehicles, telecommunications and biotech will now have direct access to Indian diplomats for trade, investment, and cultural connections,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Soon-Shiong built his fortune through pioneering pharmaceutical and biotech ventures, including cancer treatments.

From Los Angeles Times

Policymakers are placing bets on low-emission sectors, like IT, biotech, electric vehicles and clean energy technologies, and these are more likely to grow, he predicts.

From BBC