Meaning of the word recombination in English

What does recombination mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

recombination

US /ˌri.kɑːm.bəˈneɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌriː.kɒm.bɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Noun

the process of recombining things, especially genetic material

Example:
Genetic recombination is a key process in evolution.
The virus undergoes frequent recombination, making vaccine development challenging.