in vitro
adjective/ɪn ˈviːtrəʊ/
/ɪn ˈviːtrəʊ/
(from Latin, biology)- (of processes) taking place outside a living body, in scientific apparatus
- in vitro experiments
- the development of in vitro fertilization
Word OriginLatin, literally ‘in glass’.Want to learn more?
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