Fertilizations

/ˌfɜː.tɪl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of fertilization; multiple instances or types of the process of adding nutrients to soil or combining reproductive cells.

Etymology

From fertilization (American spelling of fertilisation) + plural 's'. Used when discussing several different fertilization events or methods.

Kelly Says

In biology labs, scientists might discuss 'in vitro fertilizations' (fertilizations in glass dishes) versus 'in vivo fertilizations' (in living bodies), using the plural to compare different procedures.

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