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artificial insemination
noun
: introduction of semen into the uterus or oviduct by other than natural means
Examples of artificial insemination in a Sentence
children conceived through artificial insemination
Recent Examples on the Web
Additionally, 14 percent have used artificial insemination, while 2 percent have undergone in vitro fertilization (IVF).
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
However, Wang now avoids discussing the topic — or anything related to panda sperm and artificial insemination.
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Nectar Gan, CNN, 26 Jan. 2025
This type of artificial insemination is a treatment that is used to help increase the chances of sperm fertilizing an egg.
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Matthew Wosnitzer, Verywell Health, 2 Jan. 2025
After natural breeding efforts repeatedly failed, scientists turned to artificial insemination.
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Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
1881, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of artificial insemination was
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“Artificial insemination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artificial%20insemination. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
Medical Definition
artificial insemination
noun
: introduction of semen into part of the female reproductive tract (as the cervical opening, uterus, or fallopian tube) by other than natural means
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