1. vessels or containers in which biological reactions are carried out, especially for industrial processes involving microorganisms, cells, or enzymes
Usage: technical; biotechnology

Examples

• The pharmaceutical company uses large bioreactors to produce antibiotics.
• Scientists monitored the temperature and pH levels in the bioreactors.
• The brewery installed new bioreactors to increase beer production capacity.
• Researchers grew stem cells in specialized bioreactors under controlled conditions.
• The wastewater treatment plant employs bioreactors to break down organic pollutants.
• Modern bioreactors can automatically adjust nutrient levels during fermentation.