vivisection (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪvɪsɛkʃən/

Definition

The practice of performing operations and other procedures on live animals for purposes of experimentation, research, or education.

Examples

• Vivisection has been a controversial topic for decades, sparking intense debate among scientists and ethicists.

• The laboratory was accused of conducting unethical vivisection on stray animals.

• Many countries have strict regulations governing the use of animals in vivisection.

How to Use vivisection

vivisection on (prepositional phrase)

Specifies the subject of the vivisection. — "Concerns were raised about the vivisection on primates in the new study."

vivisection of (prepositional phrase)

Specifies the subject of the vivisection. — "The vivisection of laboratory rats is a common practice in some research fields."

Synonyms of vivisection

Words with a similar meaning to vivisection:

• experimentation
• dissection
• animal testing

Antonyms of vivisection

Words with the opposite meaning to vivisection:

• non-vivisection
• ethical research

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