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“It remains to be determined whether gene transfer into a deaf mouse will lead to the production of healthy cells that enable hearing. However, we have made an important step toward
defining an approach that may lead to therapeutic intervention for hearing loss,” Brigande said.
More:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/08/080830005613.htm
de·fine /dɪˈfaɪn/ Show Spelled
[dih-fahyn] Show IPA
verb -fined, -fin·ing.
–verb (used with object)
1. to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): They disagreed on how to define “liberal.”
2. to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe: to define judicial functions.
3. to fix or lay down definitely; specify distinctly: to define one's responsibilities.
4. to determine or fix the boundaries or extent of: to define property with stakes.
5. to make clear the outline or form of: The roof was boldly defined against the sky.
–verb (used without object)
6. to set forth the meaning of a word, phrase, etc.; construct a definition.