osteoclast
/ˈɑstioʊklæst/
noun
- A large cell that breaks down bone tissue, helping the body to remodel and reshape bones.
- When osteoclasts work too fast, they can cause bone loss and lead to osteoporosis.
- The body uses osteoclasts to break down bone during growth and healing.
- Osteoclasts are important for keeping bones strong by removing old bone cells.