1. a vessel or container in which biological processes are carried out, especially for growing microorganisms or cells under controlled conditions
Usage: technical; biotechnology

Examples

• The pharmaceutical company uses a large bioreactor to produce insulin.
• Scientists monitored the temperature and pH levels in the bioreactor.
• The bioreactor maintained optimal conditions for bacterial growth.
• Researchers scaled up production by using a 500-liter bioreactor.
• The bioreactor’s stirring mechanism ensures even distribution of nutrients.
• Cell cultures in the bioreactor doubled in number every twelve hours.