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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lysosome

/ˈlaɪsoʊm/ noun · British & US
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What does lysosome mean?

noun

A membrane-bound organelle found in the cells of most eukaryotes, containing digestive enzymes that break down and recycle cellular waste and foreign substances.

Example

"The lysosome played a crucial role in the cell's defense mechanism by engulfing and digesting the invading virus."

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