Origin of GLIRIDAE. New Latin, from Glir-, Glis, type genus + -idae. This word doesn't usually appear in our free dictionary, but the definition from our premium Unabridged Dictionary is offered here on a limited basis.Note that some information is displayed differently in the Unabridged.rigin of GLIRIDAE. New Latin, from Glir-, Glis, type genus + -idae. This word doesn't usually appear in our free dictionary, but the definition from our premium Unabridged Dictionary is offered here on a limited basis.
knockout mouse(Noun) Any of several forms of mice that have been genetically engineered by inactivating specific genes. Knockout mouse. A knockout mouse is a genetically engineered mouse in which researchers have inactivated, or knocked out, an existing gene by replacing it or disrupting it with an artificial piece of DNA.
Knockout mouse models are widely used to study human diseases caused by the loss of gene function. Researchers Chong Chen et. al knocked out just one copy of a particular gene and created a knock-out mouse with unusual characteristics related to fear.ear, autism, splitting, and savantry: As you may know, Temple Grandin is autistic and has made a career working with animals, especially in improving conditions for farm animals raised for food. She writes: This is what I have in common with animals.