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Definitions from the WebBiopiracyNoun: 1. The illegal or unethical practice of acquiring and commercially exploiting indigenous biological resources or knowledge, typically without compensating or obtaining permission from the original custodians of the resources. Example sentence: Many indigenous communities have been victims of biopiracy, as companies exploit their traditional knowledge for profit. Related products on Amazon: Books on biopiracy Verb: 1. To illegally acquire and profit from indigenous biological resources or knowledge. Example sentence: Some pharmaceutical companies have been accused of biopiracy for patenting traditional medicinal plants without the consent of the local communities. Related products on Amazon: Documentaries on biopiracy Adjective: 1. Referring to or related to the illegal or unethical acquisition and commercial exploitation of indigenous biological resources or knowledge. Example sentence: The biopiracy issue has gained significant attention within the international community. Related products on Amazon: Biopiracy-related action figures | ||||
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