One entry found for mitosis.

Main Entry: mi·to·sis
Pronunciation: m-t-ss
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural mi·to·ses /-t-sz/
1 : a process that takes place in the nucleus of a dividing cell and that results in the formation of two new nuclei with the same number of chromosomes as the parent nucleus -- compare MEIOSIS
2 : a cell division in which mitosis occurs
- mi·tot·ic /-tät-ik/ adjective

Pronunciation Symbols