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splicing
This term describes a precise technical operation of fusion or integration. In mechanical or electrical contexts, it refers to the physical joining of materials like wire or film to ensure a seamless transition, often implying a level of craftsmanship or technical skill to avoid signal loss or structural weakness.
In biological contexts, the term shifts toward molecular engineering. It describes the strategic cutting and rejoining of genetic material, carrying a connotation of modification and synthesis. Because it functions as a gerund describing a process, it is typically treated as an uncountable noun when referring to the general technique or field of study.
Meanings
Examples
The editor spent hours splicing the film strips together to create the final scene.
We need to start splicing the cables before the storm hits.
I wonder if splicing these two genes will actually produce the desired trait.
The sailor is an expert at splicing rope for the rigging.
The lab is specializing in RNA splicing to treat rare genetic disorders.
Stop splicing the audio tracks like that or the transition will sound jarring.
The technician mentioned that fusion splicing is more reliable than mechanical methods.
The technician mentioned that fusion splicing is more reliable than mechanical methods.
They are experimenting with splicing different species of plants to increase crop yield.