Pronunciation: /ədˈhiːsɪv sɛl/
noun a cell that adheres or sticks to surfaces
A1 An adhesive cell is a type of cell that sticks to other cells or surfaces.
A2 Some organisms use adhesive cells to attach themselves to rocks or other substrates in their environment.
B1 Researchers are studying the mechanisms behind adhesive cells to develop new medical adhesives.
B2 The adhesive cells found in certain marine organisms are incredibly strong and versatile.
C1 The development of bio-inspired adhesive cells has opened up new possibilities in fields such as robotics and materials science.
C2 Scientists are exploring the potential applications of adhesive cells in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
adjective describing the type of cell that is adhesive
A1 The adhesive cell sticker stuck to the paper.
A2 She used an adhesive cell phone holder to keep her phone secure in the car.
B1 The adhesive cell properties of the glue made it perfect for the job.
B2 The scientist studied the adhesive cell mechanisms of certain organisms.
C1 The adhesive cell structure of the material allowed for strong bonding.
C2 The artist experimented with different adhesive cell techniques in their artwork.
formal The adhesive cell of the organism helps it to attach to surfaces and move efficiently.
informal That sticky cell is what keeps the organism stuck in place.
slang The critter's gluey cell is what makes it stick like crazy.
figurative Her friendship was like an adhesive cell, always keeping us connected no matter what.
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