Genetic engineering is the process of manipulating an organism's DNA to alter its characteristics. There are various synonyms for this term, some of which are genetic modification, gene splicing, gene editing, and genetic transformation. Genetic modification involves introducing foreign DNA into an organism's genetic material. Gene splicing allows for the combination of DNA from different organisms to create a new organism with desirable traits. Gene editing, on the other hand, involves making precise alterations to the DNA sequence of an organism. Genetic transformation involves the introduction of foreign DNA into an organism's cells, which leads to changes in its characteristics. Whatever the term used, genetic engineering offers endless possibilities for developing new organisms with unique traits.