Definition

A type of cell culture that includes two different kinds of cells growing together.

Example

In the laboratory, researchers used a coculture to study the interactions between the two cell types.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new experiment involving coculture?

No, what is it about?

It's a method where two different cell types are grown together.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To grow or develop different types of cells or organisms together in a controlled environment.

Example

In the lab, scientists often coculture different cell types to study their interactions.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new lab technique they’re using?

No, what’s it about?

They’re trying to coculture different cell types to see how they interact.

Root Explanation

Coculture is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "culture" (from Latin "cultura", meaning cultivation or care). The word refers to the practice of cultivating or growing organisms together in a shared environment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'together' ('co-') and 'cultivating' ('culture') to remember that coculture means growing things together.

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