: an act or process of fecundation, insemination, or pollination—not used technically
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: the process of union of two gametes whereby the somatic chromosome number is restored and the development of a new individual is initiated
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebStatistical models attempting to explain why most human embryos fail to develop usually start by observing that a massive number of random genetic errors occur in the mother’s eggs even before fertilization. Kathryn Kavanagh, The Conversation, 1 Sep. 2022 Research shows that emergency contraceptives such as ella prevent pregnancy by preventing or delaying ovulation to avoid fertilization. Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 3 Aug. 2022 This is commonly followed by the collection of eggs and sperms, fertilization of eggs using sperms to create embryos, embryo culture in the clinic, transfer of embryos to the mother, and a live birth months later. Ganes Kesari, Forbes, 30 June 2022 In-vitro fertilization and preimplantation genetic testing will also remain legal in these states. Laura Hercher, STAT, 27 Aug. 2022 This cultural cross-fertilization has imbued Istria with its fascinating quirkiness. Tony Perrottet, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Aug. 2022 Biodynamic farming also instructs followers to use certain fertilization practices. Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 21 Aug. 2022 Peta Murgatroyd is pushing through a painful part of the in-vitro fertilization process. Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2022 The use of contraceptive medications that are designed to prevent fertilization or the attachment to the uterus are not prohibited. Mike Cason | Mcason@al.com, al, 30 July 2022 See More