Iridocyte
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Iridocyte is a noun meaning (histology) A cell, found in some animals, that is filled with iridescent crystals of guanine.
Meaning
(histology) A cell, found in some animals, that is filled with iridescent crystals of guanine.
Word Forms
- iridocytes
Synonyms for iridocyte
Depending on context, synonyms include guanophore, iridophore.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include goniochromism, iridate, iridosmine, iridium, iridescence, iridarsenite.
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