Definition of Phagocytosis in English :

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Phagocytosis meaning in English

Meaning of Phagocytosis in English

Pronunciation of Phagocytosis in English

Phagocytosis pronunciation in English

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Phagocytosis

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Noun

1. phagocytosis

process in which phagocytes engulf and digest microorganisms and cellular debris; an important defense against infection

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Phagocytosis

see synonyms of phagocytosis
noun
the process by which a cell, such as a white blood cell, ingests microorganisms, other cells, and foreign particles

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Phagocytosis

see synonyms of phagocytosis
noun
the ingestion and destruction by phagocytes of cells, microorganisms, foreign particles, etc.
see also endocytosis

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Phagocytosis

see synonyms of phagocytosis
n.
The engulfing and destruction of particulate matter, such as a bacterium, by a cell.

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