10 3 noun n noun
• an agranulocytic leukocyte that normally makes up a quarter of the white blood cell count but increases in the presence of infection
Example sentence • The human body produces lymphocytes in the bone marrow.
9 3 noun n noun
• blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
Example sentence • The presence of leukocytes in the urine may indicate an infection in the urinary tract.
11 4 noun n noun
• a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
Example sentence • The decrease in erythrocyte count can be a symptom of anemia.
12 5 noun n noun
• an immature red blood cell containing a network of filaments or granules
Example sentence • The reticulocyte count can help diagnose certain types of anemia.
9 3 noun n noun
• blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
Example sentence • The presence of leucocytes in a blood sample may indicate an infection.
9 3 noun n noun
• abnormally large red blood cell (associated with pernicious anemia)
Example sentence • A blood test can determine if you have a high level of macrocytes.
9 3 noun n noun
• an abnormally small red blood cell (less than 5 microns in diameter)
Example sentence • The presence of microcytes in a blood sample may indicate a certain type of anemia.
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• a type of granular leukocyte that functions in the ingestion of bacteria
Example sentence • High monocyte levels can indicate an ongoing infection.
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Example sentence • The lipocyte is responsible for storing excess energy as fat.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
verb
• be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
Example sentence • The two fighters stepped into the ring and began the fight .
5 1 adverb, adjective adv, adj adverb
• to a degree (not used with a negative)
Example sentence • She was quite surprised when she won the lottery.
5 1 verb v noun
• an instance of visual perception
verb
• catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes
Example sentence • I sighted a rare bird in the forest.
4 1 verb, adverb, noun v, adv, n noun
• the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located)
Example sentence • The construction crew will site the new building near the park.
5 1 adjective adj adjective
• being of the achromatic color of maximum lightness; having little or no hue owing to reflection of almost all incident light
noun
• the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black)
adjective satellite
• free from moral blemish or impurity; unsullied
Example sentence • She wore a white dress to the party.
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• any of the flagellated cells in sponges having a collar of cytoplasm around the flagellum; they maintain a flow of water through the body
Example sentence • The choanocytes in a sponge create water currents to filter out food particles.
10 4 noun n noun
• a cell in the basal layer of the epidermis that produces melanin under the control of the melanocyte-stimulating hormone
Example sentence • The number of melanocytes in the skin varies between individuals.
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• a cell of the oligodendroglia
Example sentence • Loss of oligodendrocytes can lead to the impairment of nerve cell function.
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• a male gametocyte that develops into four spermatids
Example sentence • In mammals, spermatocytes are produced in the seminiferous tubules of the testes.
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• A type of cell, present in adipose tissue, where fat is stored as a source of energy
Example sentence • The main function of an adipocyte is to store energy in the form of fat.
9 4 noun n Example sentence • The osteocytes communicate with each other through tiny channels called canaliculi.
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• the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top
Example sentence • The height of the mountain was breathtaking.
7 2 noun n noun
• clear or deep perception of a situation
Example sentence • Her insight into the issue was impressive.
7 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• upright in position or posture
noun
• a vertical structural member as a post or stake
adjective satellite
• in a vertical position; not sloping
Example sentence • He stood upright and tall on the stage.
12 3 noun n noun
• tiny bits of protoplasm found in vertebrate blood; essential for blood clotting
Example sentence • The function of thrombocytes is to form blood clots.
9 3 noun n noun
• comparatively large neuroglial cell
Example sentence • The main function of astrocytes is to support and protect neurons.
11 3 noun n noun
• tiny bits of protoplasm found in vertebrate blood; essential for blood clotting
Example sentence • A decrease in thrombocyte count can lead to excessive bleeding.
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9 3 noun n noun
• A cell with multiple nuclei, found in fungi, algae, protists and slime molds.
Example sentence • A coenocyte is a single giant cell with multiple nuclei.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• a document granting exclusive right to publish and sell literary or musical or artistic work
verb
• secure a copyright on a written work
Example sentence • They copyrighted the design of the logo.
6 2 adjective adj adjective
• bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent
Example sentence • There is a finite number of planets in our solar system.
9 2 noun n noun
• providence by virtue of planning prudently for the future
Example sentence • Her foresight in investing early in the stock market led to significant financial gains.
8 2 noun n noun
• a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten
Example sentence • The gunfight erupted in the middle of the crowded street.
6 2 verb v verb
• cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat
Example sentence • He used a lighter to ignite the candle.
10 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• not allowing water to pass in or out
Example sentence • The boat is watertight and can withstand rough seas.
10 4 noun n noun
• an immature animal or plant cell that develops into a gamete by meiosis
Example sentence • A gametocyte is a cell that develops into a gamete.
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Example sentence • The amebocytes in sponges help transport nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.
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Example sentence • These amoebocytes play a role in the immune response.
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Example sentence • The microgametocyte is a male gametocyte that produces gametes for sexual reproduction.
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Example sentence • A microsporocyte is a mother cell that produces microspores.
10 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a hard natural coal that burns slowly and gives intense heat
Example sentence • The anthracite coal mines in this region have been inactive for decades.
10 3 noun n noun
• a brown or yellow-green olivine found in igneous and metamorphic rocks and used as a gemstone
Example sentence • I love the delicate green color of chrysolite gemstones.
9 2 noun n noun
• the light of a fire (especially in a fireplace)
Example sentence • We gathered around the firelight to roast marshmallows.
8 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• the principal form of iron ore; consists of ferric oxide in crystalline form; occurs in a red earthy form
Example sentence • The hematite found in Mars' soil gives the planet its reddish color.
9 3 noun n noun
• a green or blue mineral used as an ore of copper and for making ornamental objects
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful malachite pendant around her neck.
8 3 verb v verb
• ignite anew, as of something burning
Example sentence • After weeks of rain, the sun finally managed to reignite our hope for a dry weekend.
10 3 noun n interjection
• Said to someone who has just sneezed.
Example sentence • She sneezed and I said 'gesundheit '.
7 2 noun n noun
• Any salt of sulfurous acid.
Example sentence • Wine can contain sulfites, which may cause allergic reactions in some people.
7 3 noun, adjective n, adj Example sentence • The syenite samples collected from the quarry were analyzed for their mineral composition.
8 3 noun n noun
• Someone who lives in a city or similar urban area.
Example sentence • She was born and raised in the city and has always been an urbanite .
11 4 verb v verb
• arrange in alphabetical order
Example sentence • Please alphabetize the books on the shelf.
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