tr.v. trans·duced, trans·duc·ing, trans·duc·es 1. To convert (input energy of one form) into output energy of another form. 2. To transmit (a signal) within a cell or from the exterior of a cell to its interior. 3. To transfer (genetic material or characteristics) from one cell to another. Used of a bacteriophage or plasmid. [Back-formation from TRANSDUCER.] |
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