Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
corpuscule
Noun
/ˈkɔːrpəsˌkjuːl/
Definition
A small particle or cell, especially in the context of biology or medicine.
Examples
- Red blood corpuscles are essential for transporting oxygen in the body.
- The scientist studied the behavior of corpuscules under a microscope.
- Each corpuscule plays a vital role in the overall function of the cell.
Meaning
In biological terms, a corpuscule often refers to a microscopic particle or a cell within a larger structure, such as blood or tissue.
Synonyms
- particle
- cell
- fragment
- specimen
