Myofibril
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Myofibril is a noun meaning (anatomy) Any of the cylindrical organelles, found within muscle cells, that are the contractile unit of muscles.
Meaning
(anatomy) Any of the cylindrical organelles, found within muscle cells, that are the contractile unit of muscles.
Word Forms
- myofibrils
Synonyms for myofibril
Depending on context, synonyms include sarcostyle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sarcostyle, myofibrocyte, myocyte, myomere, myofibroblast, fibromyocyte.
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