goblet cell

名词 n.

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. A column-shaped secretory cell found in the epithelium of the respiratory and intestinal tract that secretes the principal constituents of mucus.

词形变化

goblet cells plural

词源

The cell is named for its goblet-like shape. The apical portion is shaped like a cup and the basal portion is shaped like a stem.
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