Acellular

Synonyms of acellular

• acellular
• noncellular

Antonyms of acellular

• cellular
• unicellular
• multicellular

Collocations of acellular

acellular matrix

Frequency: 70 %

The acellular matrix provided a scaffold for tissue regeneration.

acellular vaccine

Frequency: 60 %

The acellular vaccine was developed to protect against pertussis.

acellular organisms

Frequency: 45 %

Acellular organisms do not possess cells with a nucleus.

acellular slime mold

Frequency: 35 %

The acellular slime mold displayed unique characteristics in its life cycle.

Idiomatic Expressions for acellular

• Phrase: acellular vaccine
  Meaning: a vaccine that does not contain whole cells but rather specific components of the pathogen
  Usage: The acellular vaccine for whooping cough has been shown to be more effective and have fewer side effects than the whole-cell vaccine.