exsomatic

/ɛksˈsɒmætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Originating or produced outside the body, especially referring to genetic material.

“The bacteria had exsomatic DNA that originated from a different species.”

2. noun

A phenomenon or process that occurs outside the body, especially referring to genetic influence.

“The exsomatic factors in her environment significantly affected her gene expression.”

Synonyms

  • externally influenced
  • extrinsic

Antonyms

  • endogenous
  • intrinsic