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mutant

mu·tant [ myt'nt ]


noun  (plural mu·tants)
Definition:
 
1. something that has mutated: an animal, organism, cell, or gene that has mutated

2. offensive term: an offensive term for somebody who looks or appears strange ( slang insult )

3. odd thing: a strange-looking thing or animal ( slang )



adjective 
Definition:
 
1. resulting from mutation: undergoing or resulting from genetic mutation

2. appearing strange: having an odd appearance or other qualities regarded as strange ( slang )

[Early 20th century. < Latin mutant-, present participle of mutare "to change"]
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