life science

noun

: a branch of science (such as biology, medicine, and sometimes anthropology or sociology) that deals with living organisms and life processes

—usually used in plural

life scientist noun

Examples of life science in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The summit provides a unique platform for companies seeking to integrate biointelligent solutions into their processes, tackle technical challenges in life sciences, or explore new biology applications in manufacturing. —Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025

An investor visa is possible for people willing to fund sectors seen as strategically important, such as artificial intelligence, clean energy and life sciences, Bloomberg previously reported. —Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025

For decades in life sciences, pharmacovigilance (PV)—a critical reinforcer of drug safety—has been a reactive function. —Aman Wasan, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025

The center is a life sciences economic development organization. —Charlotte Observer, 19 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for life science

• appliance
• compliance
• defiance
• reliance
• geoscience
• neuroscience
• noncompliance
• pseudoscience

Kids Definition

life science

noun

: a branch of science (as biology, medicine, and sometimes anthropology or sociology) that deals with living things and life processes

—usually used in plural

Medical Definition

life science

noun

: a branch of science (as biology and medicine) that deals with living organisms and life processes

—usually used in plural