1. not undergoing cell division; remaining in a state where cells do not reproduce
Usage: biology; medical

Examples

• The nondividing cells remained dormant until the proper growth signals were received.
• Scientists studied the nondividing neurons to understand brain development.
• Cancer treatments often target dividing cells while sparing nondividing healthy tissue.
• The nondividing state of these stem cells helps preserve them for future use.
• Researchers identified markers that distinguish dividing from nondividing cell populations.