Simple meaning
What does Photosynthesis mean?
Photosynthesis is how plants make food using sunlight.
Dictionary definition
Photosynthesis means the process plants use to make food from sunlight, water, and air.
Example sentences
Photosynthesis in a sentence
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In science class, we learned what photosynthesis means.
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The reading passage used photosynthesis to explain a life science idea clearly.
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During a school project, using photosynthesis correctly made our biology description more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Photosynthesis
plant food-makingRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
light energy processRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
sugar-making processRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
food useHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
respiration onlyHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
Word family
Photosynthesis word family
Base word
photosynthesis
noun
photosynthesis
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What does photosynthesis mean?
Photosynthesis means photosynthesis is how plants make food using sunlight.
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