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pa·ren·chy·ma
parenchyma
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- pronunciation:
- p
reng
k
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the essential, functional tissue of an organ, as distinguished from its connective or supporting tissue.
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definition 2: |
the soft, thin-walled cellular tissue of plants.
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definition 3: |
spongy tissue that is found around the organs of some invertebrates.
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derivations: |
parenchymal (adj.), parenchymatous (adj.) |
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