myogenesis

/maɪəˈdʒɛnɛsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The process or period of formation and development of muscle tissue.

“The research team studied the stages of myogenesis in the developing embryo.”

2. noun

The formation and development of muscle tissue.

“Muscle regeneration is a complex process of myogenesis.”

Synonyms

  • muscle formation
  • myotogenesis

Antonyms

  • muscle atrophy