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chondrocyte

/tʃɒndroʊsaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does chondrocyte mean?

noun

A cell found in cartilage, responsible for the production and maintenance of the cartilaginous matrix.

Example

"Chondrocytes play a crucial role in the development and growth of cartilage in the human body."

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