nonbiological
Britishadjective
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not related by birth
nonbiological mother
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(of a detergent) not containing enzymes said to be capable of removing stains of organic origin from items to be washed
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not of or relating to biology
Example Sentences
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Some researchers proposed that the C30 steranes might have been produced by other organisms or even formed through nonbiological geological processes.
From Science Daily • Feb. 27, 2026
When discussing nonbiological parents, the conversation often centers same-sex couples.
From Slate • Aug. 2, 2024
She wonders whether the state will still recognize her cousin, a lesbian, as the parent of her nonbiological daughter.
From New York Times • May 7, 2023
Such molecules can be either biological or nonbiological in origin.
From Washington Post • Nov. 23, 2022
Regolith, which is strictly nonbiological material, can become extremely dense like cement when water is added.
From Scientific American • Jun. 2, 2022
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