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regulated proliferation

[ˈrɛɡjuleɪtɪd prəˈlɪfəreɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: proliferações reguladas
proliferação regulada
1. controlled and managed increase or reproduction of cells, organisms, or entities within established guidelines or parameters
The regulated proliferation of cancer cells was halted by the new drug treatment.
A proliferação regulada das células cancerígenas foi interrompida pelo novo tratamento farmacológico.
2. the process of limiting or controlling the spread or multiplication of something through rules or restrictions
Regulated proliferation of nuclear weapons is essential for international security.
A proliferação regulada de armas nucleares é essencial para a segurança internacional.
3. in biology, the controlled growth and division of cells under normal physiological conditions
Normal regulated proliferation ensures tissue repair and maintenance.
A proliferação regulada normal garante o reparo e manutenção dos tecidos.
Synonyms
controlled growthmanaged proliferationrestricted multiplicationmonitored expansion
Antonyms
uncontrolled proliferationunregulated growthunchecked multiplicationunrestricted expansion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
proliferação regulada
standard usage in scientific and medical contexts
Portugal
proliferação regulada
consistent usage in European Portuguese scientific literature
Technical/Academic
proliferação controlada
alternative used in academic and technical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep in check
keep under control
rein in growth
maintain the balance
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