phagocyte
/ˈfæɡəˌsaɪt/
noun
- A type of white blood cell that engulfs and destroys harmful microorganisms, dead cells, and debris in the body.
- The immune system relies on phagocytes to clean up cellular waste.
- When you get a cut, phagocytes rush to the area to fight off bacteria.
- Scientists are studying how phagocytes recognize and attack invading germs.
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