cryopreserving
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //ˌkraɪoʊprɪˈzɜrvɪŋ//
KK: /kraɪoʊprɪˈzɜrvɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of preserving cells, tissues, or any biological constructs by cooling them to very low temperatures to stop all biological activity.
Example
Cryopreserving stem cells can help in future medical treatments.
Conversation
Have you heard about cryopreserving cells for research?
Yeah, I read that it helps keep them alive for longer periods.
Exactly! It’s amazing how technology can preserve life.
I know, right? It really opens up new possibilities in science.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
freezing
storage
preservation
Antonyms
thawing
degradation
deterioration
verb
Definition
To preserve cells, tissues, or other biological samples by cooling them to very low temperatures to stop all biological activity and prevent damage.
Example
Scientists are cryopreserving stem cells for future research.
Tense Forms
Past: cryopreserved
Past Participle: cryopreserved
Conversation
Have you heard about cryopreserving cells for research?
Yeah, I read that it can help preserve genetic material for years.
Exactly! They say cryopreserving is crucial for medical advancements.
Root Explanation
Cryopreserving → It is formed from "cryo-" (from Greek "kryos", meaning cold) and "preserving" (from Latin "servare", meaning to save or keep). The word refers to the process of saving biological material at very low temperatures to maintain its viability.
Memory Tip
Think of 'cold' ('cryo-') being used to 'save' ('preserving') something, which is exactly what cryopreserving does.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.