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Grammar : Verb
Spell : pruh-lif-uh-reyt
Phonetic Transcription : prəˈlɪf əˌreɪt

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Définition of proliferate

Origin :
  • 1857 as a term in biology; see proliferation. General sense from 1961. Related: Proliferated; proliferating.
  • verb increase quickly
Example sentences :
  • The cells of this hypertrophied portion show a great tendency to proliferate and produce new nerve structure.
  • Extract from : « Diseases of the Horse's Foot » by Harry Caulton Reeks
  • What is the nature of the "life" in the parasitic sarcomatous tissue which has been seen to proliferate for a short time in vitro?
  • Extract from : « The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation » by Austin O'Malley

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