genetics |
(used with a sing. verb) the science of heredity, esp. of the influence of genes on the appearance, development, and evolution of organisms. [2 definitions] |
Geneva Convention |
one of a number of international agreements, first made in Geneva, Switzerland in 1864, establishing rules for the care of the dead and wounded and the humane treatment of prisoners of war. |
Genghis Khan |
a Mongol leader of armies that conquered much of Asia and part of eastern Europe (b.1162?--d.1227). |
genial |
cheerfully friendly. [2 definitions] |
-genic |
generating; forming; producing. [3 definitions] |
genie |
in Islamic mythology, a usu. impish supernatural being, often in human form, that will do one's bidding, esp. grant one's wishes; jinn; jinni. |
genital |
of or concerning reproduction or the sexual reproductive organs, esp. the external ones. |
genitalia |
the organs involved in sexual reproduction, esp. the external ones. |
genitals |
the organs of reproduction, esp. the external ones. |
genitive |
of, relating to, or denoting a grammatical case that usu. indicates possession, source, or other such relationship. [3 definitions] |
genitourinary |
of or concerning the organs of sexual reproduction and urination. |
genius |
extraordinary power of intellect, esp. as shown in artistic or scientific work. [5 definitions] |
genocide |
the intentional attempt to exterminate all members of a certain race, nationality, or ethnic group. |
genome |
a complete, single set of chromosomes. |
genotype |
the genetic makeup of a living creature. (Cf. phenotype.) [2 definitions] |
-genous |
generating; yielding; producing. [2 definitions] |
genre |
a particular type, sort, or category. [3 definitions] |
genre painting |
a kind of painting in which everyday subjects or scenes are treated realistically. |
gens |
in ancient Rome, a patrilineal clan having a common name and worshiping a common ancestor. [2 definitions] |
gent |
(informal) a man; gentleman. |
genteel |
displaying traits such as refinement and politeness that are traditionally associated with wealth and education. [2 definitions] |