Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or inhibiting mitosis, the process of cell division

“The antimitotic properties of the compound were studied in the lab.”

2. adjective

inhibiting or preventing cell division

“The antimitotic effect of the new medication was a breakthrough in cancer treatment.”

3. noun

an agent or substance that inhibits mitosis, the process of cell division

“The researchers isolated a natural antimitotic from the plant’s extract.”