avianize

(ˈeɪvɪəˌnaɪz) or

avianise

vb (tr)

to modify microorganisms by repeated culturing in chicken embryos

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avianize - to modify microorganisms by repeated culture in the developing chick embryo

avianise

vary, alter, change - become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence; "her mood changes in accordance with the weather"; "The supermarket's selection of vegetables varies according to the season"

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