Fertilization

/fˌɜːtɪlaɪzˈeɪʃən/

/ˌfɝtəɫɪˈzeɪʃən/

Fertilization

the union of a sperm and an egg to form a zygote, which marks the beginning of sexual reproduction in organisms

making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure

synonyms : dressing

Examples

1. Normally, fertilization takes place in the widest section of the fallopian tube.

2. Fertilization is the specific current scientific concept.

3. Fertilization is about genetics.

4. Fertilization of the egg marks the beginning of human development during pregnancy.