mutant
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mutant mu·tant (my&oomacr;t'nt)
n.
An organism possessing one or more genes that have undergone mutation. adj.
Resulting from or undergoing mutation.
mutant programming
Microsoft's term for a mutex which is generally used in user mode but can also be used in kernel mode. According to this terminology a mutex is only used in kernel mode.
["Microsoft Windows NT Workstation Resource Kit"].
(1997-07-30)