biochip

noun, verb — 3 senses

biochip

noun

Etymology From bio- + chip.

1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences A microchip made from biological macromolecules (especially DNA) rather than a semiconductor.

2

An identification chip fitted into the flesh of an animal.

biochip

verb

Etymology From bio- + chip.

1

To fit (an animal) with such a chip.

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