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FERTILIZATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Fertilization.

Fertilization - as a noun

Creation by the physical union of male and female gametes; of sperm and ova in an animal or pollen and ovule in a plant

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fecundationfertilisationimpregnation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
conceptioncreation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dressingfecundationfertilisation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enrichment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Successful fertilization requires the gametes to come into contact with each other."
"External fertilization is common in many aquatic organisms."
"The timing of fertilization is crucial for the development of the embryo."
"In vitro fertilization is a widely-used assisted reproductive technology."
"After fertilization, the zygote undergoes several rounds of cell division."
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Word Game Points

Is FERTILIZATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fertilization is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FERTILIZATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 25.

Is FERTILIZATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fertilization is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FERTILIZATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is FERTILIZATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fertilization is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FERTILIZATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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