Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acellular
Adjective
/eɪˈsɛl.jə.lər/
Definition
Not consisting of or containing cells; lacking cellular structure.
Examples
- The vaccine was developed using acellular components to improve safety.
- Acellular organisms, such as viruses, do not have a cellular structure.
- The acellular matrix provides essential support in tissue engineering.
Meaning
The term indicates a state or condition where cells are absent or not involved in the structure or function of an organism or material.
Synonyms
- Non-cellular
- Cell-free
- Uncellular
