1. to subject to ultrasonic vibrations, especially to break up particles or cells
Usage: scientific; technical

Examples

• The researchers sonicated the cell samples to extract the proteins.
• We need to sonicate this solution for 30 minutes to ensure proper mixing.
• The laboratory technician will sonicate the tissue samples before analysis.
• Scientists sonicate bacterial cultures to release intracellular components.
• The protocol requires us to sonicate the mixture at high frequency.
• They sonicated the nanoparticles to prevent aggregation.