- biotechnology (n.)
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[biotechnology 词源字典] - also bio-technology, 1947, "use of machinery in relation to human needs;" 1972 in sense of "use of biological processes in industrial production," from bio- + technology.[biotechnology etymology, biotechnology origin, 英语词源]