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fertilization

[ˌfərtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən]

fertilization Definition

  • 1the process of fertilizing an egg, female animal, or plant, involving the fusion of male and female gametes to form a zygote
  • 2the act or process of making soil more fertile

Using fertilization: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fertilization" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Fertilization occurs when the sperm and egg unite.

  • Example

    The farmer used manure to improve the fertilization of the soil.

  • Example

    The plant's fertilization process was disrupted by the lack of pollinators.

fertilization Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fertilization

Antonyms for fertilization

Phrases with fertilization

  • a medical procedure in which an egg is fertilized outside the body, typically in a test tube, and then implanted in the uterus

    Example

    The couple opted for in vitro fertilization after struggling with infertility for years.

  • the percentage of eggs that are successfully fertilized in a given reproductive cycle

    Example

    The doctor was pleased with the high fertilization rate of the patient's eggs.

  • cross-fertilization

    the transfer of pollen from one plant to another, resulting in fertilization and genetic diversity

    Example

    The garden's diverse ecosystem allowed for cross-fertilization among different species of plants.

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Summary: fertilization in Brief

Fertilization [ˌfərtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən] refers to the process of uniting male and female gametes to form a zygote, as well as the act of making soil more fertile. Examples include 'Fertilization occurs when the sperm and egg unite.' and 'The farmer used manure to improve the fertilization of the soil.' Phrases like 'in vitro fertilization' and 'cross-fertilization' denote specific procedures and processes.