electroporation

noun

elec·​tro·​po·​ra·​tion i-ˌlek-trə-pȯr-ˈā-shən 

: the application of an electric current to a living surface (such as the skin or a cell membrane) in order to open pores or channels through which something (such as a drug or DNA) may pass

Examples of electroporation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This technique, called electroporation, creates temporary, tiny pores in a cell's outer membrane, allowing genetic material to enter and integrate into the hookworm eggs. — Jay Kakade august 05, Refractor, 5 Aug. 2026

The electroporation setting helps thick moisturizers and masks sink into the skin, while the gentle microcurrent acts like Pilates for facial muscles, boosting firmness instantly and over time. — Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 12 Feb. 2026

Advanced Lift Mode intensifies the electroporation and vibration to target definition, especially along the jawline. — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 29 Nov. 2025

The buzzy device utilizes electroporation, a method that pushes skin-care products deeper into the skin without the need for needles to improve skin's texture, tone, and overall luminosity. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

electr- + pore entry 2 + -ation

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for electroporation

• acclimatisation
• acclimatization
• acidification
• actualization
• annualization
• autocorrelation
• autoregulation
• beatification
• beneficiation
• biodegradation
• biotransformation
• bureaucratization

Medical Definition

electroporation

noun

elec·​tro·​po·​ra·​tion i-ˌlek-trə-pȯr-ˈā-shən 

: the application of an electric current to a living surface (as the skin or the plasma membrane of a cell) in order to open pores or channels through which something (as a drug or DNA) may pass

electroporate

i-ˈlek-trə-pə-ˌrāt 

transitive verb

electroporated; electroporating