bioengineering

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From bio- +‎ engineering.

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bioengineering (uncountable)

  1. The applications of the principles of engineering to any of the biological or medical sciences

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Compare bioengineering and bionics: both concern the concept of combining engineering with biology, but bioengineering (and biotechnology in general) especially focuses on directing and modifying biology, whereas bionics especially focuses on biology-inspired machine design and on integrating machines into living organisms.

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