CultureAugust 11, 2026

lyophilized

LY-uh-fuh-lyzd

Definition

Describes a substance that has been preserved by freeze-drying, a process involving freezing the material and then removing the water through sublimation under a vacuum.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'lyo' (to dissolve) and 'phile' (loving), the term refers to the substance's ability to be easily 'dissolved' back into a liquid state after the dehydration process.

In the news

In the context of the bio-electronics market, the term refers to freeze-dried biological cultures that maintain stability and functionality for specialized industrial applications.

Freeze-Dried Cultures Market Forecast to 2035: Growth Accelerates on Bio-Electronics Demand - News and Statistics

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