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corpuscle

noun

/ˈkɔːrpəskəl/

Meaning

a small particle or cell, especially a blood cell

Red corpuscles carry oxygen throughout the body.

particle, cell, globule, bit

whole, mass

red corpuscles, white corpuscles, blood corpuscle

the natural satellite of the earth, visible mainly at night by reflected light from the sun

the action of protecting or being protected from harm or danger

an act, statement, or gift given to show respect, gratitude, or admiration

the systematic study of the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world

a system for transmitting voices over a distance using wire or radio, typically for communication.

a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development