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senescence

 

[ sษ™หˆnษ›sษ™ns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biological aging

Senescence refers to the process of aging at the cellular level, characterized by a gradual decline in physiological function and integrity. This process can lead to decreased cell division and activity, contributing to the overall aging of an organism. Cellular senescence is thought to play a significant role in the development of age-related diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disorders. In a broader context, senescence can also describe the decline in function or vitality of an individual or organism due to aging.

Synonyms

aging, decline, decrepitude, deterioration

Examples of usage

  • Cellular senescence can lead to age-related diseases.
  • The study of senescence has implications for understanding aging.
  • Researchers are exploring ways to reverse cellular senescence.
  • Senescence affects the regeneration of tissues in the body.

Translations

Translations of the word "senescence" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น senescรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅƒเคฆเฅเคงเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Seneszenz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ senescence

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะฝะตัั†ะตะฝั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ senescencja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่€ๅŒ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sรฉnescence

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ senescencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yaลŸlanma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ธํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุดูŠุฎูˆุฎุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ senescence

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ senescencia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่กฐ่€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ senescenca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ aldur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ั‚ะฐัŽ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒกแƒชแƒ”แƒœแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ senesans

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ senescencia

Etymology

The term 'senescence' derives from the Latin word 'senescere', which means 'to grow old.' This root is related to 'senex', which translates to 'old man.' The concept of senescence has been explored in various scientific disciplines, particularly biology and medicine, as researchers strive to understand the mechanisms behind aging and its effects on human health. Senescence was first documented in the mid-20th century, particularly in cellular biology, as scientists studied how cells lose their ability to divide and function effectively over time. The implications of senescence extend beyond individual cells, impacting overall organism health and longevity, as well as contributing to age-related diseases and conditions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,294, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.