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bioelectric

American  
[bahy-oh-i-lek-trik] / ˌbaɪ oʊ ɪˈlɛk trɪk /
Also bioelectrical

adjective

  1. of or relating to electric phenomena occurring in living organisms.


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Etymology

Origin of bioelectric

First recorded in 1915–20; bio- + electric


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Levin thinks bioelectric signaling between cells creates particularly powerful information-processing capabilities that can influence morphology.

From Scientific American ● May 31, 2023

That’s similar to what I get on other bioelectric impedance devices but counter to everything my doctor told me at my last physical.

From The Verge ● Dec. 15, 2021

Cyberdyne’s gear works by reading bioelectric signals from the brain to the muscles, thus mimicking and supporting the movement intended.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2019

Once Anderson decides to take the former, he learns that the human race lives in a shared simulated reality called The Matrix so that intelligent machines can survive off of our bioelectric energy.

From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2019

Suddenly, puke-green bioelectric lights ignited on the sides of the thing’s body.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

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