biohacking

English

Etymology 1

From bio- +‎ hacking.

Noun

biohacking (uncountable)

1. (informal) The manipulation of biological functioning through, among others, genetics, nutrition and implants for the sake of health or fun, or even maliciously.
   • 2019 January 2, Tim Jewell, Deborah Weatherspoon, “Guide to Biohacking: Types, Safety, and How To”, in Healthline‎^[1], retrieved 9 October 2022:

     Does biohacking actually alter your biology? Yes and no.

Related terms

• biohack
• biohacker

Etymology 2

From biohack +‎ -ing.

Verb

biohacking

1. present participle and gerund of biohack