mononuclear

UK/,mɒnə(ʊ)'njuːklɪə/US

Definitions

adj.

Having a single nucleus (used of cells).

单核的（指细胞）。

Root Breakdown

Root-derived

mono-one, single

nuclenucleus, kernel, nut

-arrelating to, resembling

=mononuclear

mono- (one) + nucle (nucleus) + -ar (relating to) = having one nucleus. A technical biology term for cells with a single nucleus, such as monocytes and lymphocytes.

Root nucle still carries 5 more words

Common Collocations

1.mononuclear cell单核细胞
2.mononuclear phagocyte单核噬菌细胞

Example Sentences

1.
Mononuclear cells play a key role in the immune system.
2.
The sample was rich in mononuclear phagocytes.

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