kinetin

/kɪˈnɛtɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant growth regulator that promotes cell division and differentiation, often used to root cuttings or to prevent leaf senescence

“The gardener used kinetin to help the cuttings grow new roots.”

2. noun

a synthetic cytokinin used in horticulture and plant biology research

“Researchers are studying the effects of kinetin on plant development and growth.”

Synonyms

  • cytokinin
  • plant growth regulator

Antonyms

  • abscission factor