Extracellular

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Pronunciation: /ˌɛkstrəˈsɛljələr/

Definitions of extracellular

adjective relating to or occurring outside a cell or cells

Example Sentences

A1 The extracellular matrix provides support and structure to cells.

A2 Extracellular signaling molecules help cells communicate with each other.

B1 Extracellular enzymes play a key role in breaking down food in the digestive system.

B2 Researchers are studying the effects of extracellular vesicles on cell communication.

C1 The extracellular environment can influence cell behavior and gene expression.

C2 Extracellular matrix remodeling is a complex process involving multiple proteins.

Examples of extracellular in a Sentence

formal Extracellular fluid is the fluid that surrounds cells in the body.

informal The extracellular stuff outside the cells is important for keeping everything in balance.

slang The gooey extracellular stuff around cells is like the cell's personal bubble.

figurative Just like how a fence separates two yards, the extracellular matrix separates cells in the body.

Grammatical Forms of extracellular

past tense

extracellularized

plural

extracellulars

comparative

more extracellular

superlative

most extracellular

present tense

extracellularizes

future tense

will extracellularize

perfect tense

has extracellularized

continuous tense

is extracellularizing

singular

extracellular

positive degree

extracellular

infinitive

to extracellularize

gerund

extracellularizing

participle

extracellularized

Origin and Evolution of extracellular

First Known Use: 1838 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'extracellular' originates from the Latin words 'extra' meaning outside and 'cellula' meaning small room or cell.
Evolution of the word: The term 'extracellular' was first used in the 19th century in the field of biology to describe structures or substances that exist outside of cells. Over time, its usage has expanded to various scientific disciplines to refer to anything outside of a cell or cellular structure.