Adipocyte
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Adipocyte is a noun meaning (cytology) a type of cell, present in adipose tissue, where fat is stored as a source of energy.
Meaning
(cytology) a type of cell, present in adipose tissue, where fat is stored as a source of energy.
Word Forms
- adipocytes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lipocyte, adipose, adipocytogenesis, adiposome, adipogenesis, adipofibroblast.
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