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

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Financial companies, life science companies, universities, public safety companies. David Wade, CBS News, 18 June 2026 Morgan Stanley upgrades Charles River to overweight from equal weight Morgan Stanley says the life sciences company is well positioned. Michael Bloom, CNBC, 17 June 2026 The companies are exploring applications across sectors including automotive, aerospace, packaging, logistics and life sciences. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026 The space is owned by life sciences and tech real estate firm BioMed Realty. Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for life science

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of life science was in 1941

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“Life science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20science. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.

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
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