franken-

== English == === Alternative forms === Franken- === Etymology === Back-formation from Frankenstein. The prefix references the 1818 novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, in which the mad scientist Victor Frankenstein creates a monster out of various human body parts. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈfræŋ.kən/, /ˈfræŋ.kɪn/ === Prefix === franken- Indicating artificiality or a combination of disparate elements, often terrifying or unattractive; often denoting a GMO ("genetically modified organism") product. ==== Derived terms ==== === References === Jesse Sheidlower, editor (2001–2026), “Franken-, prefix.”, in Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction.