Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blasto
Prefix
/ˈblæs.təʊ/
Definition
A prefix used to refer to an immature or embryonic cell or structure, often indicating something that develops into a specific type.
Examples
- Blastocyst – an early stage in the development of an embryo.
- Myoblast – a cell that develops into a muscle cell.
- Neoblast – an immature cell that can differentiate into nerve cells.
Meaning
Blasto is commonly used in scientific terminology to describe early stages of development in cells, particularly in biology and medicine.
Synonyms
- Embryo
- Precursor
- Immature cell
