"enterocyte" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: enterocytes [plural]
Etymology: entero- + -cyte Etymology templates: {{confix|en|entero|cyte}} entero- + -cyte Head templates: {{en-noun}} enterocyte (plural enterocytes)
  1. A cell found in the lining of the intestines and colon, participating in absorption of nutrients and secretion of digestive enzymes. Categories (topical): Cytology Derived forms: enterocytic Translations (Translations): enterocita [masculine] (Italian)

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