in vitro

[in vee-troh] / ɪn ˈvi troʊ /

ADJECTIVE

artificial

Synonyms

WEAK

artificial insemination outside the womb test-tube

Example Sentences

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However Geisbert said that during tests in his lab, remdesivir had "stronger in vitro data against Bundibugyo than it does for Zaire".

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Right now, they are pursuing in vitro fertilization, which requires many doctor’s appointments.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

When he asked Zilis about it, she said it was via in vitro fertilization, or IVF, and that their relationship was platonic, according to his testimony.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

In these in vitro reconstitution experiments, they observed that the filaments display dynamic instability.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

When these failed, Dr. Rosen advised in vitro fertilization.

From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini