mutant

adjective

mu·​tant ˈmyü-tᵊnt 

: of, relating to, or produced by mutation

mutant noun

Examples of mutant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Two mutant strains of worms — lin-4 and lin-14 — demonstrated defects in turning such genetic programs on and off. —Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 30 Oct. 2024

This is one heck of a WrestleMania main event: Natalie Portman vs. a mutant bear with a skull head. —Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024

This deadly drop combines mutant healing factor with killer instincts to bring you five ferocious cards inspired by the X-Men’s most relentless member, including an all-new, legendary Wolverine card. —Jennifer Maas, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024

Depending on the film, the beast could be a product of a butchered experiment, a mutant manifestation of Mother Nature run amok, a folkloric nightmare come to life, or something that's beyond all classification. —Katie Rife, EW.com, 18 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin mutant-, mutans, present participle of mutare

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

mutant

1 of 2 adjective

mu·​tant

ˈmyüt-ᵊnt

: of, relating to, or produced by mutation

mutant

2 of 2 noun

: a mutant individual

Medical Definition

mutant

1 of 2 adjective

mu·​tant ˈmyüt-ᵊnt 

: of, relating to, or produced by mutation

mutant

2 of 2 noun

: a mutant individual