Definitions
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Genetic Defect.
Genetic Defect - as a noun
A disease or disorder that is inherited genetically
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
congenital diseasegenetic abnormalitygenetic diseasegenetic disorderhereditary conditionhereditary diseaseinherited diseaseinherited disorderHypernyms (Closely Related)
disease8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
monogenic diseasemonogenic disorderpolygenic diseasepolygenic disorder
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Example Sentences
"Babies with genetic defects often require specialized medical care."
"The scientists are researching ways to prevent genetic defects from occurring."
"A genetic defect in the heart can lead to severe cardiac problems."
"The genetic defect passed down through generations affected multiple members of the family."
"The child's growth was stunted due to a rare genetic defect."
