cell division

noun

: the process by which cells multiply involving both nuclear and cytoplasmic division compare meiosis, mitosis

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Telomeres, the little ‘caps’ found at the end of chromosomes, are made from DNA sequences and proteins and are required for cell division. New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2024 While the rippling waves of cell division are fascinating to watch, Vellutini's work goes beyond pure entertainment value. Michael Franco, New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2024 For example, pyrenoids are dynamic structures that dissolve and reform between cell divisions. Trevor Grandpre, Scientific American, 14 Aug. 2024 Chromosomal abnormalities occur because of cell division that doesn't go as planned. Krissi Danielsson, Parents, 30 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for cell division 

Word History

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cell division was in 1846

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“Cell division.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cell%20division. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

cell division

noun
: a process by which cells increase in number that usually involves division into similar parts of more or less equal size compare meiosis, mitosis

Medical Definition

cell division

noun
: the process by which cells multiply involving both nuclear and cytoplasmic division compare meiosis, mitosis
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