MUTAFACIENT

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Capable of inducing mutation (used mainly of intracellular agents)

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Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Pertainym:

mutagen (any agent (physical or environmental) that can induce a genetic mutation or can increase the rate of mutation)

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