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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Other Word Forms

• bioelectricity noun

Etymology

Origin of bioelectric

First recorded in 1915–20; bio- + electric

Example Sentences

When he and his colleagues manipulated pieces of planarians to alter their bioelectric state, the regenerating cells produced unexpected anatomies—for example, worms with a head at each end.

From Scientific American • May 31, 2023

It combines an optical heart rate sensor, electrical heart sensor, and a bioelectric impedance analysis sensor which means detection of everything from atrial fibrillation to blood oxygen levels and body composition.

From The Verge • Aug. 11, 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