phagocytosis

[US]/ˌfæɡəʊsɪˈtəʊsɪs/
[UK]/ˌfæɡəˌsaɪˈtoʊsɪs/
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Translation

n.the process by which certain cells engulf and digest particles or microorganisms

Phrases & Collocations

cell phagocytosis

phagocytosis process

phagocytosis activity

phagocytosis mechanism

phagocytosis rate

phagocytosis assay

phagocytosis response

phagocytosis function

phagocytosis signaling

phagocytosis cells

Example Sentences

phagocytosis is a crucial process in the immune system.

during phagocytosis, cells engulf harmful pathogens.

research on phagocytosis helps us understand immune responses.

phagocytosis allows white blood cells to eliminate bacteria.

phagocytosis can be enhanced by certain cytokines.

defects in phagocytosis can lead to increased infections.

phagocytosis is essential for tissue homeostasis.

phagocytosis involves the recognition of foreign particles.

some bacteria have evolved to evade phagocytosis.

phagocytosis plays a role in clearing dead cells from tissues.

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