macrophage

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Noun macrophage has 1 sense

macrophage - a large phagocyte; some are fixed and other circulate in the blood stream
--₁ is a kind of phagocyte, scavenger cell
--₁ has particulars: histiocyte

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Macrophage

Description:

A macrophage is a type of white blood cell that functions in immune response by engulfing and digesting cellular debris, foreign substances, and pathogens.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

The macrophage is an important component of the immune system.
Macrophages play a vital role in defending the body against infection.

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