combinantive

/kɒmbɪˈnæntɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by combination, especially in genetics (combinantive refers to a type of strain or organism resulting from the combination of genetic traits)

“The researchers studied the combinantive properties of the newly discovered bacteria.”

2. noun

a person or thing that exhibits or is characterized by combination, especially in genetics

“The scientist specialized in the study of combinantive organisms.”

Synonyms

  • combinatorial
  • genetic

Antonyms

  • mutative
  • recessive