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Vitro

Verb / ˈvɪtrəʊ / / ˈvi:trəʊ / Another word for vitro — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'vitro' is an adjective that means relating to or derived from living organisms.

Synonyms & similar words

biological organic living natural cellular animal vegetal alive biosynthetic biotic physiological microbial microscopic genetic molecular biochemical physiological bio-based ecological environmental

Synonyms by register

Formal

in vitro laboratory experimental artificial

Antonyms

in vivo organic natural living biological in situ

Common collocations

  • in vitro fertilization
  • in vitro diagnostics
  • in vitro study
  • in vitro model
  • in vitro culture
  • in vitro assay
  • in vitro testing

Word family

adjective in vitro

Usage note

The term 'in vitro' is Latin for 'in glass' and refers to biological processes occurring outside of a living organism, typically in a laboratory setting. It is often contrasted with 'in vivo'.

Example sentences

  1. The biologist is studying vitro fertilization techniques.
  2. The lab is equipped with vitro culture facilities.
  3. Vitro experiments are used to test the effects of drugs on cells.
  4. The vitro method allows for controlled testing of biological reactions.
  5. The vitro approach has revolutionized medical research.

Quotes

  • 'Vitro' experiments have opened up new possibilities in medical research.
  • The development of vitro techniques has revolutionized biology.
  • Scientists rely on vitro studies to understand complex biological processes.

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