senescence

UK
/sɪˈnes.əns/
US
/səˈnes.əns/

Translations

senescencenoun
senescences
pl
sénescenceBiologie ; vieillissement cellulaire ou organique.
The study focused on the senescence of cells and how it affects the aging process.
L’étude s’est concentrée sur la sénescence des cellules et sur son influence dans le processus de vieillissement.
senescenceadjective
UK
/sɪˈnes.əns/
US
/səˈnes.əns/
Used attributively, especially in biological contexts, to qualify nouns such as "marker", "pathway", etc.
sénescentSe dit d’un tissu, d’une cellule ou d’un organisme qui entre en vieillissement.
Senescence markers accumulate in many aged tissues.
Des marqueurs sénescents s’accumulent dans de nombreux tissus âgés.

Definitions

senescencenoun
The condition or process of deterioration with age.
The study focused on the senescence of cells and how it affects the aging process.
The biological aging of an organism, characterized by a gradual decline in physical and functional capabilities.
Researchers are exploring ways to slow down senescence to extend healthy lifespan.
senescenceadjective
Relating to or associated with senescence or the process of aging.
Senescence markers accumulate in many aged tissues.