Definition of FIBROBLAST

fibroblast

Meanings

Plural: fibroblasts

Noun

  • a cell from which connective tissue develops
  • A cell found in connective tissue that produces fibers, such as collagen.

Origin / Etymology

From fibro- + -blast.

Scrabble Score: 17

fibroblast is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
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Words With Friends Score: 20

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