Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

cell division

NOUN
formation of cells by dividing
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

But excessive cell division can also increase the likelihood of tumor formation.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 6, 2026

The researchers also found that increasing cell division in adult mice changed the outcome.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 29, 2026

Directly visualizing how MraZ interacts with the promoter DNA that initiates cell division represents a significant breakthrough.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 14, 2026

In this way, MraZ acts as the key regulator controlling the activity of the operon that governs cell division in most bacterial species.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 14, 2026

Christoph kept talking about cell division, but Deborah wasn’t listening.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot


Random Word

Spin the wheel and learn a new word!

Get a word

Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training