macrophage
(mac-ro-phage)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. a type of white blood cell that helps fight infections by eating harmful bacteria and dead cells.
Example Sentence
A macrophage helps eliminate cellular debris.
More Example Sentences
Macrophages are important for fighting germs.
Synonyms
immune cell; phagocyte
Antonyms
cellular debris
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