blebbing
/ˈblɛbɪŋ/
noun
- The formation of small, bubble-like swellings on a surface, especially on a cell membrane.
- Excessive blebbing can be a sign of cell damage.
- Blebbing is a normal process in some cell activities.
- The scientist observed blebbing under the microscope.
adjective
- Forming or characterized by small, bubble-like swellings.
- The blebbing membrane looked like tiny bubbles.
- The blebbing surface of the lava cooled into a rough texture.
- Blebbing cells are often studied in biology labs.
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