'Transduction' definitions:

Definition of 'transduction'

From: WordNet
noun
(genetics) the process of transfering genetic material from one cell to another by a plasmid or bacteriophage
noun
The process whereby a transducer accepts energy in one form and gives back related energy in a different form; "the transduction of acoustic waves into voltages by a microphone"

Definition of 'Transduction'

From: GCIDE
  • Transduction \Trans*duc"tion\, n. [L. transducere, traducere, -dictum, to lead across or over. See Traduce.] The act of conveying over. [R.] --Entick. [1913 Webster]