agranuloplastic
|a-gran-u-lo-plas-tic|
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/eɪˌɡrænjʊloʊˈplæstɪk/
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/eɪˌɡrænjʊləʊˈplæstɪk/
absence of granules
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agranuloplastic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'a-' meaning 'without', 'granulum' meaning 'small grain', and 'plastic' meaning 'moldable'.
Historical Evolution
'Agranuloplastic' was formed by combining the Greek prefix 'a-' with 'granuloplastic', a term used in cellular biology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without small grains', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by the absence of granules in the cytoplasm of cells.
The agranuloplastic nature of the cells was evident under the microscope.
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Last updated: 2025/06/03 02:21