cell
|cell|
/sɛl/
small unit
Etymology
'cell' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'cella,' where 'cella' meant 'small room.'
'cella' transformed into the Old French word 'celle,' and eventually became the modern English word 'cell' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'a small room,' but over time it evolved to include meanings related to biology and technology.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the smallest structural and functional unit of an organism, typically microscopic and consisting of cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane.
The human body is made up of trillions of cells.
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Noun 2
a small room in which a prisoner is locked up or in which a monk or nun sleeps.
The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.
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Noun 3
a small group forming a nucleus of political activity, typically a secret, subversive group.
The terrorist cell was planning an attack.
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Noun 4
a device containing electrodes immersed in an electrolyte, used for generating current or for electrolysis.
The battery consists of several cells connected in series.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39