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life science
noun
: a branch of science (such as biology, medicine, and sometimes anthropology or sociology) that deals with living organisms and life processes
—usually used in plural
life scientist
noun
Examples of life science in a Sentence
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These lesson are usually taught by 7th grade life science teachers and high school biology teachers.
—Emma Hall, Sacramento Bee, 23 May 2024
In a similar vein, Mitch Guss has had a 30-year career as a General Counsel for a number of major global chemical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and life science companies.
—Janet Markoff, Fortune, 18 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1941, in the meaning defined above
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“Life science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20science. Accessed 3 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
life science
noun
: a branch of science (as biology, medicine, and sometimes anthropology or sociology) that deals with living things and life processes
—usually used in plural
Medical Definition
life science
noun
: a branch of science (as biology and medicine) that deals with living organisms and life processes
—usually used in plural
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